Genetic Drift
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Genetic drift is a science podcast like no other. In this show, we will lead you through the biology of each disease including the molecular genetics that can determine the outcome of these hereditary conditions. We then discuss the medical history of the disease as well as what we know of its origins from the genes themselves before discussing their future alongside common misconceptions and..
Genetic Drift
3y ago
Join Anthony and Juliet as they look into Angelman Syndrome, a developmental disorder that is inherited in a rather uncommon way. Tune in to hear the biology, history and future medicines for this intriguing condition ..read more
Genetic Drift
3y ago
Join Anthony and Juliet as they dive into the worl of ADPKD, the most common single gene disorder. Tune in to learn the biology and history of a condition responsible for a large proportion of the people on dialysis ..read more
Genetic Drift
3y ago
Join Anthony, Juliet and Banjo as they (excluding Banjo) dive into the world of Osteogenesis Imperfecta, a hereditary condition that leads to brittle bones. Tune in to hear the history, biology and future research for the condition. There are also many instances of Banjo being a disruptive puppy ..read more
Genetic Drift
3y ago
Tonight, is Halloween night and we're covering a condition that has shaped the 20th century view of the vampire, werewolf and zombie, Porphyria. Tune in to hear the biology, history, and mythology of this fascinating group of conditions ..read more
Genetic Drift
3y ago
We're approaching Halloween and the subject is skeletons! Join Anthony and Juliet as they dive into Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva, a condition that slowly turns you muscle and ligaments to bone ..read more
Genetic Drift
3y ago
Join Anthony and Juliet as they discuss Crohn's Disease. Tune in to hear the dark history of its treatment, some of the strangest parts of its biology and hear the first hand experience of someone living with the illness ..read more
Genetic Drift
3y ago
Join Anthony and Juliet as they dive into the world of Tuberous Sclerosis, a condition that causes tumours to grow and often lead to seizures throughout a patient's life. Tune in as we dive into the biology, history and future of this complicated condition ..read more
Genetic Drift
3y ago
In this episode, join Anthony and Juliet as they dive into Achondroplasia and some of the challenges faced by little people. Tune in for the biology and fascinating history including ancient gods and Neanderthals ..read more
Genetic Drift
3y ago
This episode Anthony and Juliet dive into the dark subject of Tay Sachs. In this episode learn the fascinating biology of the condition as well as its interesting history in the Middle Ages. Also, a new cohost of sorts arrives ..read more
Genetic Drift
3y ago
We're back! This time Anthony and Juliet dive into the mysterious world of Werner Syndrome. The history is hazy, but the biology is fascinating. Tune in to learn about a fascinating condition and what it can tell us about the aging process ..read more