Precision medicine
Coverage of Precision medicine in the Nexus archive.
- Opinion: The VA could help America win the biotechnology race with China
The article argues that biotechnology is a critical component of national power, with China strategically investing in areas like artificial intelligence, synthetic biology, and precision medicine. It suggests the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) could play a role in helping America compete with China in this field.
- Precision medicine without equity is just stratified inequality
The article discusses precision medicine and its potential to exacerbate inequality if not implemented equitably. It highlights the importance of considering equity in precision medicine. The article was published in Nature on May 5, 2026.
- Genetic predictors of GLP1 receptor agonist weight loss and side effects
A study published in Nature identifies genetic variants linked to the effectiveness and side effects of GLP1 receptor agonist medications. These findings could advance precision medicine strategies for obesity treatment by enabling personalized therapeutic approaches.