As a genetic study we do a lot of important research in this field. Our genetic makeup has a huge influence on all of our lives, and can link to all sorts of conditions. Read about some of our research which is helping to understand how our genetics and environment influences our health. New gene identified linked to kidney function Generation Scotland volunteer data used in large scale study that identifies a new gene location impacting kidney function. Unlocking the potential of newborn blood spots Newborn blood spots from a small sample of 98 Generation Scotland volunteers were tested to see if they could be used for health research on a national scale. New scoring system could pave the way to predicting future health outcomes By analysing the blood of over 9000 of our volunteers, researchers may have found a new way to predict when some health conditions might develop. New test could help identify risk of Type 2 Diabetes Analysing changes to DNA in the blood can improve the ability to predict a person’s risk of developing type 2 diabetes within a decade. 46 new gene variations found to increase gallstone risk The research, including Generation Scotland volunteer data, found variations in genes that can affect a person's risk of getting gallstone disease. New genes linked to longer fertility in women identified Research, including Generation Scotland volunteer data, identifies nearly 300 variations in genes that can affect reproductive lifespan in women. New data suggests smoking has a larger impact on the BMI than first thought The research, led by Carmen Amador at the University of Edinburgh, analysed genome sequence data from over 18,000 of our volunteers. 6 variations in genes identified that can affect non-alcoholic fatty liver disease The research combined Generation Scotland volunteer data with data from the UK Biobank. It showed that non-alcoholic fatty liver disease can be identified from hospital and GP records. A £10 test could be used as an early-warning system to avoid future health problems Researchers suggest a £10 test, looking at blood proteins could potentially be used as an early-warning system to avoid heart disease, stroke or other heart conditions. Ethnic diversity in research identifies more traits related to diabetes A large scale genetic study, including our volunteers data, has found more regions of the genome linked to type 2 diabetes traits by using volunteer data from around the world and bringing it together. Scottish genetic landscape echoes the DNA of past kingdoms Generation Scotland volunteer data has helped discover that people's genetics from across Scotland today still have similarities to distant ancestors. More education could reduce chance of cerebral small vessel disease in later life This disease is caused by damage to the blood vessels that supply the brain. A study, including more than 1,000 Generation Scotland volunteers data has found that early life experiences can affect cerebral small vessel disease risk. This article was published on 2024-07-31
