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Our resident scientist tells you his favourite genomics facts.
As well as influencing responses to drugs, genetic variation also influences our ability to smell and taste food. For example, a single change in the TAS2R38 gene can affect whether you like or loathe Brussels sprouts. [MUNCHING] Changes– [MUNCHING] changes in the OR6A2 gene can lead to some people to think coriander tastes like soap. And genetic variation in the OR5A1 gene can influence the ability to smell violets.
Our resident scientist tells you his favourite genomics facts.
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