Diseases & Conditions
Explore genetic associations with diseases like diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and neurological conditions. Understand how genetic variants influence disease susceptibility and progression.
GenAtlas
Discover the genetic basis of human traits and diseases
What is GenAtlas?
Section titled “What is GenAtlas?”GenAtlas is a comprehensive trait-based genetic knowledge base that provides detailed information about genetic variants, their associations with human traits, diseases, and behaviors. Building on the concept of SNPedia, this platform serves as a curated resource for understanding the genetic basis of complex traits through evidence-based documentation.
Our knowledge base covers a wide range of topics, from common diseases and conditions to behavioral traits and biomarker measurements. Each entry provides detailed information about:
- Genetic Associations: Key single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) and their relationships to specific traits
- Biological Mechanisms: The underlying biological pathways and molecular processes
- Clinical Relevance: How genetic findings translate to clinical understanding and potential applications
- Population Studies: Research findings across diverse populations and ancestries
- Ethical Considerations: Important social and ethical implications of genetic research
Explore by Category
Section titled “Explore by Category”Behavioral Traits
Discover the genetic basis of behaviors including smoking initiation, alcohol use, eating behaviors, and addictive tendencies. Learn about the complex interplay between genetics and environment.
Biomarkers & Measurements
Access information about genetic influences on biomarkers, measurements, and physiological traits such as blood pressure, glucose levels, and other health indicators.
Genetic Variants
Find detailed information about specific SNPs, their locations, associated genes, and their relationships to multiple traits and conditions.
GenAtlas by the Numbers
Section titled “GenAtlas by the Numbers”Live counters reflect the current SNPedia-backed catalogue and update automatically with new content.
1,918 Traits Catalogued
Core coverage across medical conditions, behaviors, biomarkers, and physiological attributes.
13,627 Unique Variants
Curated rsIDs mapped to genes, trait associations, and supporting annotations.
250 Disease Traits
Chronic and complex conditions including metabolic, cardiovascular, oncologic, and autoimmune areas.
25 Behavior Traits
Lifestyle-linked entries covering addictive tendencies, nutrition, and social behaviors.
769 Measurement Traits
Quantitative biomarkers with context for lab values, physiological ranges, and phenotypic metrics.
Evidence Curated
Each trait page links out to peer-reviewed publications, GWAS cohorts, and meta-analyses supporting its metrics.
Explore any trait entry to review its references, risk notes, and variant-level evidence summaries.
Key Features
Section titled “Key Features”Comprehensive Coverage
Section titled “Comprehensive Coverage”Our database includes detailed information on 1918 traits, systematically categorized across diseases, behaviors, measurements, and physiological attributes. Each entry is thoroughly researched and documented with scientific evidence from genome-wide association studies and meta-analyses.
Evidence-Based Information
Section titled “Evidence-Based Information”All content is based on peer-reviewed research, genome-wide association studies (GWAS), and meta-analyses. We provide citations and references to original research for transparency and further exploration.
Easy Navigation
Section titled “Easy Navigation”Browse traits by category or use the search functionality to quickly find information about specific genetic variants, genes, or conditions. Our organized structure makes it easy to discover related traits and understand genetic connections.
Getting Started
Section titled “Getting Started”Ready to explore? Here are some suggested starting points:
- Headache: Learn about the genetic factors influencing headache
- Obesity: Understand the complex genetic basis of obesity and body weight regulation
- Alcohol Dependence: Explore genetic associations with alcohol dependence
- Systolic Blood Pressure: Discover genetic variants linked to blood pressure regulation
GenAtlas is designed for researchers, healthcare professionals, and anyone interested in understanding the genetic basis of human traits and diseases. Always consult with qualified healthcare providers for medical advice.