Violent experiences alter the genome in ways that persist for generations
Violence and trauma leave inheritable markers on a person’s genome that persist over multiple generations, according to a…
How researchers are mapping genetics in N.B. to detect inherited diseases sooner
Researchers at Vitalité Health Network imagine a health-care system where patients are screened early for a disorder or disease they inherited…
This Neanderthal Gene Might Be Holding Back Your Athletic Performance
If you’ve ever struggled to keep up in spin class or wondered why sprint training feels extra brutal,…
Life insurers banned from using genetic tests to deny cover or hike premiums
Life insurers and those offering income protection and permanent disability insurance will be banned from using genetic testing…
The Future of Gene-Editing Treatments for Rare Diseases < Yale School of Medicine
Angelman syndrome is a rare genetic disorder caused by a mutation on chromosome 15, which hinders the production…
Lifestyle and environmental factors affect health and ageing more than our genes
The researchers used data from nearly half a million UK Biobank participants to assess the influence of 164…
2025-05 – South African study identifies two new breast cancer genes in black women
7 May 2025 – Wits University
Genetic factors contribute to some 30% of…
What happens to your data if 23andMe collapses? — Harvard Gazette
A recent paper published in the New England Journal of Medicine calls for regulations to protect customers’ personal…
Shotgun sequencing of airborne eDNA achieves rapid assessment of whole biomes, population genetics and genomic variation
Permitting The analysis of human-derived eDNA from field obtained samples and human-related sampling was conducted with University of…
A male-essential miRNA is key for avian sex chromosome dosage compensation
Ethics information All animal procedures were conducted in compliance with national and international ethical guidelines and regulations. Mouse…
Genomic Testing to Cut Chemical Use in NZ Vineyards
NZ Scientists in Pioneering Genomic Study to Reduce Impact of Diseases in Primary Sector A revolutionary study underway…
One gene, two gains: new discovery increases sterols and oils in rapeseed
Phytosterols not only support plant development but also offer health benefits such as cholesterol-lowering, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer properties.…