Genetics of red cell enzyme deficiencies: mutation profile and selective or demographic influencing factors (Duration: 2010-2018)

by CIAS Gestão | Dec 30, 2010 | Projects

Duration: 2010-2018 Abstract: The main objectives of this project are: 1) to identify mutations in genes such as G6PD, PK, TPI, P5N, HK or GPI leading to red cell enzyme deficiencies in Portuguese patients; and 2) to understand signatures of selective (malaria)...

Study of genetic variants associated with obesity in Portuguese children (Duration: 2010-2015)

by CIAS Gestão | Dec 29, 2010 | Projects

Duration: 2010-2015 Abstract: The main goal of this project is to analyse candidate genetic variants in a sample of Portuguese children, in order to identify genetic variability that could explain the obese phenotype. Coordinator: David Albuquerque...

Intragenic haplotype analysis of common HFE mutations in the Portuguese population (Duration: 2010-2014)

by CIAS Gestão | Dec 27, 2010 | Projects

Duration: 2010-2014 Abstract: To examine haplotypes of the major mutations in the HFE gene associated with hemochromatosis in Portuguese patients Coordinator: Licínio Manco (CIAS) Participants: Licínio Manco (CIAS), Sandra Toste, M Letícia Ribeiro (CIAS)...

Genetic basis of lactose intolerance in adult Portuguese individuals (Duration: 2010-2013)

by CIAS Gestão | Aug 29, 2010 | Projects

Duration: 2010-2013 Abstract: To examine genetic variation proposed to be involved in adult lactase persistence in the general Portuguese population and in adult individuals with unspecific gastrointestinal complaints associated with milk consumption....

Searching for Y-chromosome lineages in Portugal associated with historical expansions (Duration: 2010-2013)

by CIAS Gestão | Aug 28, 2010 | Projects

Duration: 2010-2013 Abstract: To investigate in several regions of Portugal the male genetic legacy of historical events, and in particular the maritime expansions of Phoenicians. Coordinator: Licínio Manco (CIAS) Participants: Rui Martiniano, Augusto Abade,...