Dan's DNA (Dan Wallace)

Science, Art and Design. Dan’s DNA uses the science of DNA sequencing to create art and nerdy designs. Daniel Wallace, Senior Lecturer and Researcher at QUT

[Dan's DNA (Dan Wallace) @dansdnadesigns]

@DamGerryHarkin @drkeithsiau Wilson disease!!! Copper overload disorder due to mutations in ATP7B.

[Dan's DNA (Dan Wallace) @dansdnadesigns]

Green Fluorescent Protein has contributed immensely to biological and medical research and was originally isolated from the bioluminescent jellyfish Aequoria victoria. Check out my new artwork “GFP Jellyfish” that celebrates this important molecule.…https://t.co/DvSxOy3RPc

[Dan's DNA (Dan Wallace) @dansdnadesigns]

Check out my recent DNA dot-to-dot artwork made from the sequence of the human ATP7B gene, the gene affected in Wilson disease, a hereditary copper overload disorder.
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February is Rare Disease Awareness month so I thought it was a good time to talk about…https://t.co/JA1LmWHve0

[Dan's DNA (Dan Wallace) @dansdnadesigns]

Just posted a photo @ ArtScience Museum https://t.co/aJpobPdytN

[Dan's DNA (Dan Wallace) @dansdnadesigns]

I’m very excited to be partnering with @HaemAus. They are now featuring 2 of my artworks in their online shop…

[Haemochromatosis Aus @HaemAus]

Looking for new artwork? Two of @dansdnadesigns now available for sale through our Overload shop https://t.co/Tdq9E6dyCv

The artist, A/Prof Dan Wallace, is a Senior Lecturer & medical researcher at QUT. He teaches molecular biology & genetics. #haemochromatosis #ironoverload

[Dan's DNA (Dan Wallace) @dansdnadesigns]

Just posted a photo https://t.co/FpA4j83gcl

[Dan's DNA (Dan Wallace) @dansdnadesigns]

Just posted a photo https://t.co/jS9JsL7zjJ

[Dan's DNA (Dan Wallace) @dansdnadesigns]

I am pleased to report that I was promoted to Associate Professor this week! Thanks to those who have supported and mentored me over the years, all the colleagues I have worked with and the many students I have had the pleasure of teaching. You have all helped make this possible!

[Dan's DNA (Dan Wallace) @dansdnadesigns]

@DrAshHaque Has your friend asked for an extension? A friend of mine did and got an extra week. Still on a Sunday at 11:59pm though!

[Dan's DNA (Dan Wallace) @dansdnadesigns]

Check out my new DNA dot-to-dot artwork: "HFE the rusty cog" made from the sequence of the #haemochromatosis gene and featuring the 2 main mutations associated with the genetic iron overload disorder. https://t.co/SgqfOMmniZ

[Haemochromatosis Aus @HaemAus]

View our OVERLOAD art exhibition here https://t.co/Tdq9E6e6s3). All pieces are available for purchase with 30% being donated to Haemochromatosis Australia to support research and resources!🎨🩸🎨
#WHW2022 #BeatOverload #haemochromatosis #ironoverload #australianart

[Dan's DNA (Dan Wallace) @dansdnadesigns]

That’s me on the right, being interviewed by Channel 9 News this morning at the Overload Art Exhibition - raising awareness for #haemochromatosis #WHW2022

[Haemochromatosis Aus @HaemAus]

Have you had a chance to look at our OVERLOAD art exhibition yet? It can be seen both online https://t.co/6cZnoMaL5X & in the Gold Coast University Hospital foyer.
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This morning Ch9 News came to visit OVERLOAD & speak with two of the artists.
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#WHW2022 #haemochromatosis

[Dan's DNA (Dan Wallace) @dansdnadesigns]

This week some of my art is on show at the Overload Exhibition to raise awareness and funds for haemochromatosis. #WHW2022

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#QUT genetic researcher Dr Dan Wallace transformed his #DNA sequence chromatograms into artworks to raise funds and awareness of haemochromatosis - an underdiagnosed and life-threatening iron overload disorder. #WHW2022 @QUT_Genomics @dansdnadesigns https://t.co/14nTjk9RiX

[Haemochromatosis Aus @HaemAus]

So what happens when your body throws an “all-you-can-absorb” iron party?
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World Haemochromatosis Week starts on 1 June. Here is @Science_Academy - how understanding symptoms & family history can help treat #haemochromatosis. #WHW2022 @OlynykJohn
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[Dan's DNA (Dan Wallace) @dansdnadesigns]

Two years on from the start of the coronavirus pandemic I have created a new artwork that features sequences from the SARS-CoV-2 virus, as well as 3 of its most well known variants: alpha, delta and omicron. To find out more check out: https://t.co/YkzQGGL29u

[Dan's DNA (Dan Wallace) @dansdnadesigns]

If anyone is interested in studying for a Masters or PhD in my lab please let me know. There are scholarships available through QUT’s Centre for Genomics and Personalised Health… https://t.co/Ipb0TpyKCG

[Dan's DNA (Dan Wallace) @dansdnadesigns]

@aruthak @K_RenfreeShort @Fer_NK_nando @chinwee10 @TRI_info @UQ_News @IMBatUQ @qut_ihbi Great work @aruthak !!

[Dan's DNA (Dan Wallace) @dansdnadesigns]

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas!!
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[Dan's DNA (Dan Wallace) @dansdnadesigns]

I am researching the molecular basis of the genetic copper overload disorder Wilson Disease. With funding from the @nhmrc we would have been able to search for more effective drugs for this debilitating disease. #AdvanceAustraliaCare #auspol @TheASMR1 @GregHuntMP

[Dan's DNA (Dan Wallace) @dansdnadesigns]

It is day 4 of World Haemochromatosis Week. I made these 2 infographics in an attempt to simplify the science behind haemochromatosis and explain how the underlying genetic defect causes the body to absorb excess iron. I hope you like them.