• n  the branch of genetics that studies the genetically determined variations in responses to drugs in humans or laboratory organisms

News & Articles

• Anil K. Malhotra, MD
  This article reviews some of the most recent findings in genetics and pharmacogenetics of schizophrenia—especially those with clinical implications. There are limited data on clinical and biological predictors of antipsychotic drug response.
  June 11, 2013 - Psychiatric Times
• Jian-Ping Zhang, MD, PhD
  This article reviews some of the most recent findings in genetics and pharmacogenetics of schizophrenia—especially those with clinical implications. Already Registered?
  June 11, 2013 - Psychiatric Times

Quotes

• Elias Zerhouni in Newswise (press release)
  This research points to the value of pharmacogenetics, the study of how genetic variations can alter people's responses to medicines,said NIH Director Elias A. Zerhouni, MD "It shows one important way in which we are beginning to apply...
• David Weatherall in guardian.co.uk
  This study will look at whether pharmacogenetics, the designing of drug treatments based on a person's genetic makeup, is a scientifically achievable aim, be it five, 10, or 25 years from now,Sir David said. "Equally important, it will...