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A good night’s sleep could reduce asthma risk

A large study using data from the UK Biobank has suggested that disrupted sleeping patterns could significantly increase the risk […]

A Spotlight On: Sleep Deprivation & Genomic Regulation – Derk-Jan Dijk

We speak to Derk-Jan Dijk, Professor of Sleep and Physiology at the University of Surrey, Director of the Surrey Sleep […]

Variant-to-gene mapping uncovers genetic link to sleep regulation

A team of researchers from Texas A&M University, the University of Pennsylvania and the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia have uncovered […]

Cancer cells spread during sleep

A new study shows that breast cancer spreads more efficiently while patients are sleeping. The finding could significantly change the […]

Is sleeping a talent?

One minute you’re counting sheep. The next minute you’re riding a unicorn alongside David Attenborough. So, what happened? No, this […]

The price of fame: Should celebrities disclose their health struggles?

Being unwell can be an isolating experience. Patients can often be unsure of where to turn for support and for […]

Genomics week in brief: Week ending 8th July

Check out the latest Genomics Week In Brief – full of intriguing news and research from the genomics space! Top […]

Women’s Health: From the Wandering Uterus to the 21st Century

Despite women making up nearly 50% of the global population, significant gender disparities in healthcare continue to be reported. Whilst […]

PPI in Research: The Patient’s Perspective

What makes someone an ‘expert’? The word can conjure up many different images. Is it someone with a PhD? A […]

Night owls may be protected from health risks associated with shift work

Certain individuals may be genetically predisposed to being a night owl, according to a recent study published in the journal […]