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News and Research: Mitochondrial polymorphism linked to fibromyalgia

Title: A genetic polymorphism that is associated with mitochondrial energy metabolism increases risk of fibromyalgia  July 2002 Journal: Journal of the International Association for the Study of Pain This new study looked at both the full nuclear genome and mitochondrial genome for 609 people. The patients in the study had … Read more

News and Research: ACTN3, sports performance, injuries

Genetic variants in the ACTN3 gene and injuries   Effect of ACTN3 Genotype on Sports Performance, Exercise-Induced Muscle Damage, and Injury Epidemiology: May 2020 Quick background: The ACTN3 gene codes for a protein needed for fast twitch muscle fiber – the type needed for quick, explosive movements.  A common SNP … Read more

News and Research: absorption of sunscreen chemicals through the skin

Research Roundup on Transdermal Absorption of Sunscreen Ingredients   Traditional sunscreen research: JAMA: Effect of Sunscreen Application Under Maximal Use Conditions on Plasma Concentration of Sunscreen Active Ingredients A study of 24 people who used four different sunscreens – 2 sprays, a lotion, and a cream – applied to 75% … Read more