New findings about the ageing brain – News
21. October 2025 Researchers from HU uncover genetic causes and modifiable risks in a study involving more than…
Pathogenic UNC13A variants cause a neurodevelopmental syndrome by impairing synaptic function
Institute of Medical Genetics, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland Reza Asadollahi, Paranchai Boonsawat, Dennis Kraemer & Anita Rauch Faculty of Engineering and…
Genetic testing for breast cancer was a game-changer for this Pennsylvania woman
Genetic testing analyzes a person’s DNA to determine their risk for certain diseases. It was a game-changer for…
Scientists Reveal How Jumping Genes Move in DNA
Long Interspersed Nuclear Element-1 (LINE-1 or L1) is the only active, self-copying genetic element in the human genome—comprising…
Selection Signatures Identified in Domesticated Mandarin Fish
Recent advancements in genomics have shed light on the fascinating world of aquaculture, particularly in understanding the genetic…
New AI Tool Reveals Genetic Link Between Memory Cells and Alzheimer’s
Summary: A new computational tool developed by researchers has uncovered genetic evidence directly linking Alzheimer’s disease to the…
One tiny gene change may have ended the Neanderthals
Around 50,000 years ago, modern humans walked into lands already claimed by Neanderthals. Both groups hunted, crafted tools,…
University of Minnesota study uncovers new genetic factors in childhood leukemia
A new study led by researchers at the University of Minnesota Medical School has identified genetic factors that…
Cholesterol and Dementia Links in Genetic Meta-Analysis
NEW cholesterol and dementia research reveals promising reductions in dementia risk through specific cholesterol-lowering drug targets. A large-scale…
Scientists Reveal How Jumping Genes Move in DNA
Long Interspersed Nuclear Element-1 (LINE-1 or L1) is the only active, self-copying genetic element in the human genome—comprising…
Ants Use a Genetic ‘Bulldozer’ to Achieve a Hyper-Specific Sense of Smell
Video:Â Ants that lack antennae and cannot smell fighting their nestmates. Video credit: Ching-Han Lee, Olena Kolumba, Heeseung Yang…
Woman loses her dog to cancer and then receives DNA results that leave her stunned
Gwen passed away last year from cancer. Since then, her owner, Valerie, has treasured every memory of this…