DNA CARRIER DETECTION IN X-LINKED PROGRESSIVE CONE DYSTROPHY.

X-linked progressive cone dystrophy (XLPCD) is characterized by progressive macular atrophy, abnormal colour vision, reduced cone responses in ERG, and reduced visual acuity. XLPCD may be genetically heterogeneous. Therefore, carrier detections by DNA analysis may only be carried out in those families in which the position of the gene locus can be clearly established. Here, we describe the first DNA carrier detections in XLPC

ADDITIONAL EVIDENCE FOR A GENE LOCUS FOR PROGRESSIVE CONE DYSTROPHY WITH LATE ROD INVOLVEMENT IN XP21.1-P11.3.

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Technology, Convergence, and the Internet of Things

Convergence in technologies has brought about significant changes in the way we communicate, socialize, and even work. The convergence has also accelerated developments in the creation of physical smart objects that not only communicate with each other, but also communicate with humans utilizing the Internet. This creates a complex interconnectedness that has been referred to as the Internet of Things. This paper discusses those developments in terms of the media impact, and examines significant issues that are raised in the areas of privacy, security, and legal concerns