DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast

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#393 Whole Genome Sequencing and Multi-omic Tools Closing the Rare Disease Diagnostic Gap May 08, 2026

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Baylor Genetics’ Dr. Christine Eng and Chris Sands explore the power of whole genome sequencing when paired with multi-omic technology, like long-read sequencing, optical genome mapping, and RNA sequencing.

#392 Your DNA Is Not Static: Roxanne Khamsi on Mutation & Mosaicism May 01, 2026

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Beyond Inheritance author unpacks the ever-changing genome and what mutation and mosaicism reveal about genetic conditions, immunity, and aging.

#391 Living with FSGS: A Genetic Kidney Disease Journey Apr 24, 2026

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American Kidney Fund’s CMO and a patient advocate explore FSGS, APOL1 risk, delayed diagnosis, and the realities of living with genetic kidney disease.

#390 Prince, Mayte Garcia, and Their Son Amiir’s Pfeiffer Syndrome Type 2 Story Apr 17, 2026

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Ten years after Prince’s passing, his first wife, Mayte Garcia reflects on her grief of losing him and their son Amiir, while honoring their legacies through Live 4 Love Charities.

#389 From Natural History to Gene Therapy: The Future of Danon Disease Research Apr 10, 2026

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Unlocking the cellular 'traffic jam' of Danon disease: how global natural history data is paving the way for life-saving gene therapy to stop heart failure in its tracks.

#388 From Medical Mystery to Gene Therapy: One Family’s Sialidosis Journey Apr 03, 2026

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Siblings Dan and Faith share their family’s experience with Sialidosis; from the decade-long hunt for a diagnosis to the groundbreaking research they are involved in.

#387 The Hidden Work of Rare Disease: Navigating a Broken Healthcare System Mar 27, 2026

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Recorded live at UConn’s 2026 Rare Disease Symposium, we reveal the grueling work of the rare journey, from battling medical dismissal and insurance denials to the fierce advocacy required.

#386 Achondroplasia Beyond Height: Managing Lifelong Medical Needs Mar 20, 2026

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The second installment of our Achondroplasia Series, sponsored by BioMarin, focusing on lifelong medical monitoring and care coordination with guest Dr. Ricki Carroll.

#385 Inside ACMG 2026: How AI and New Tools Enhance Genome Sequencing and Equity Mar 14, 2026

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See how tools like long read sequencing, RNA sequencing, MAVEs, and AI are ethically transforming WGS to make patients lives better.

#384 Beyond DNA: How RNAseq Resolves VUS and Shortens the Diagnostic Odyssey Mar 06, 2026

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Baylor Genetics’ Chief Medical Officer Dr. Christine Eng explains how RNA sequencing complements DNA testing to unlock diagnoses for rare disease patients.

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