news archive genetic news - January 29, 2004

January 29, 2004

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-	Genetic Screening Recommended to Detect New Neurodegenerative Disorder in Men Over 50 Common and small mutation in the fragile X gene, once thought to have no health effects in male carriers, now linked to tremors, balance problems and memory deficits.
-	New Method Identifies Human microRNA Targets Research into the mechanics of microRNAs, tiny molecules that can selectively silence genes, has revealed a new mode of gene regulation that scientists believe has a broad impact on both plant and animal cells.