Chao-Qiang Lai

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Mixed linear model approach adapted for genome-wide association studies
Mixed linear model (MLM) methods have proven useful in controlling for population structure and relatedness within genome-wide association studies. However, MLM-based methods can be computationally… Expand
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The APOA5 locus is a strong determinant of plasma triglyceride concentrations across ethnic groups in Singapore Published, JLR Papers in Press, September 1, 2003. DOI 10.1194/jlr.M300251-JLR200
Singapore comprises three ethnic groups: Chinese (76.7%), Malays (14%), and Asian-Indians (7.9%). Overall, Singaporeans experience coronary heart disease rates similar to those found in the United… Expand
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Common Missense Variant in the Glucokinase Regulatory Protein Gene Is Associated With Increased Plasma Triglyceride and C-Reactive Protein but Lower Fasting Glucose Concentrations
OBJECTIVE—Using the genome-wide association approach, we recently identified the glucokinase regulatory protein gene (GCKR, rs780094) region as a novel quantitative trait locus for plasma… Expand
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The rubber tree genome reveals new insights into rubber production and species adaptation
The Para rubber tree (Hevea brasiliensis) is an economically important tropical tree species that produces natural rubber, an essential industrial raw material. Here we present a high-quality genome… Expand
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CLOCK genetic variation and metabolic syndrome risk: modulation by monounsaturated fatty acids.
BACKGROUND Disruption of the circadian system may be causal for manifestations of the metabolic syndrome (MetS). OBJECTIVE The objective was to study the associations of 5 CLOCK polymorphisms with… Expand
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Lifespan modification by glucose and methionine in Drosophila melanogaster fed a chemically defined diet
Experimentally restricting dietary calories, while maintaining adequate dietary nutrient content, extends lifespan in phylogenetically diverse species; thus suggesting the existence of conserved… Expand
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Population admixture associated with disease prevalence in the Boston Puerto Rican health study
Older Puerto Ricans living in the continental U.S. suffer from higher rates of diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular disease and depression compared to non-Hispanic White populations. Complex diseases,… Expand
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Genetic variants in human CLOCK associate with total energy intake and cytokine sleep factors in overweight subjects (GOLDN population)
Despite the importance of total energy intake in circadian system regulation, no study has related human CLOCK gene polymorphisms and food-intake measures. The aim of this study was to analyze the… Expand
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Association of vitamin B-6 status with inflammation, oxidative stress, and chronic inflammatory conditions: the Boston Puerto Rican Health Study.
BACKGROUND Low vitamin B-6 status has been linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases. The cardioprotective effects of vitamin B-6 independent of homocysteine suggest that additional… Expand
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ADIPOQ Polymorphisms, Monounsaturated Fatty Acids, and Obesity Risk: The GOLDN Study
Serum adiponectin levels have been positively associated with insulin sensitivity and are decreased in type 2 diabetes (T2D) and obesity. Genetic and environmental factors influence serum adiponectin… Expand
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