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Can genomics find the perfect antidepressant for your body?[TW:MH,MI]This episode discusses mental health and mental illness. If you, or someone you know, needs support, call the BC Mental Health Support Line at 310-6789 or find Canada-wide resources right here.The world of pharmacology helps a lot of people manage mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. But, frankly, it can often be a bumpy road to discover the right medication for your body.Dr. Kaylee Byers speaks with award-winning Genetic Counselor Dr. Jehannine Austin on how pharmaco-genomics is taking the guesswork out of prescriptions by observing your unique DNA blueprint. Spitting in tubes, traversing the ‘Dark Genome’ and navigating mountains of optimistic (and not so optimistic) data may just hold the key to unlocking the enigmas of genomic science and psychiatry.With special appearances from Behavioral Neuroendocrinologist Dr. Travis Hodges and pharmaco-genomic testing partner Lisa Ridgway, we discuss the lived experiences and behavioral indicators of those living with complex mental health ailments.Listen to 'Nice Genes!' wherever you get your podcasts, brought to you by Genome British Columbia.Check out this episode's Learn-A-Long at the following link: https://bit.ly/3HGGses Resources: How it Works: What is Pharmacogenetics? Pharmacogenomics for Depression Study Congratulations to Dr. Jehannine Austin, Recipient of $1.5M in Funding to Explore Pharmacogenomic Testing in Clinical Settings BC researchers are exploring the use of genomics to improve drug treatments for people with depression Pharmacogenomics Guided Prescription Changes Improved Medication Effectiveness in Patients With Mental Health-Related Disability: A Retrospective Cohort Analyses The genetics of depression: successful genome-wide association studies introduce new challenges Patterns of Endocrine, Behavioural, and Neural Function Underlying Social Deficits after Social Instability Stress in Adolescent Rats The Mysterious 98%: Scientists Look to Shine Light on Our Dark Genome A Dark Genome Link to Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“Genomics? Isn’t that just Genetics? Are we making up words now?”  Look, we get it.'Nice Genes!' host Dr. Kaylee Byers talks with neuroscientist and science communicator Dr. Samantha Yammine (‘Science Sam’) to get the downlow on what “genomics” actually means. They’ll explore extinct species, secret photographs, and the DNA jungle that lies within our brains; all just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to discovering the fabulous possibilities of genomics. Suit up and put your nerd snorkels on, people, because we’re diving in!  Listen to 'Nice Genes!' wherever you get your podcasts, brought to you by Genome British Columbia.Check out this episode's Learn-A-Long at the following link: https://bit.ly/3Hq4lqM Resources: How the Human Genome Project revolutionized understanding of our DNA Who was involved in the Human Genome Project? Genome Spotlight: Christmas Island Rat (Rattus macleari) Scientists think they could 'de-extinct' the Christmas Island rat. But should they? Giants in genomics: Rosalind Franklin Rosalind Franklin Biography Brain Basics: Genes At Work In The Brain  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From healthcare and biotechnology to forests and fisheries, the evolving study of genomics is leading to some of the most exciting and world-changing discoveries in science and medicine. Like – did you know that your individual genomic signature can help determine the healthcare treatment you receive? Or that mapping the genomes of trees can inform forest management? But while the study of genomics holds great promise for the health of people, animals, and the environment, it also confronts us with big questions: How do we study genetic patterns in a way that respects sensitive genetic information, history and equity? How do we use the power of genomic research to fight climate change? Save the salmon?Join Dr. Kaylee Byers – a self-described “rat detective” and science communicator as she guides you through fascinating conversations about the what, the why, and the how of genomics.Listen to 'Nice Genes!' wherever you get your podcasts, brought to you by Genome British Columbia.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.