Tiny Mitochondria Play Outsized Role in Human Evolution
Sep 25, 2015
Mitchondria, the tiny structures that are power plants of our cells, may have helped humans and other mammals adapt and evolve over the eons.
Division of Human Genetics News
Our team of attending physicians, genetic counselors, nurses and dietitians work with a variety of departments at CHOP to ensure a continuity of care and individualized treatment for children with genetic conditions.
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CHOPS Syndrome Found, Tied to Key Events in Early Development
Mar 2, 2015
A puzzling multisystem disorder leads to discovery of a new genetic syndrome, and an end to families’ "diagnostic odysseys."
3 Gene Networks Found in Autism, May Offer Treatment Targets
Jun 6, 2014
A new CHOP study has uncovered several gene networks with potentially important roles in autism. These networks may offer attractive targets for developing new autism treatments.
CHOP's New App Captures Family Histories in a Digital Format
Mar 21, 2014
Pedigrees are diagrams showing how inherited diseases occur in a family. The CBMi’s new app lets genetic counselors draw pedigrees with a few finger taps during a patient encounter.