A study on hair whorl orientation by geneticist Marjolaine Willems won the 2024 IgNobel prize, highlighting human genetic variation and its curiosities.
This conference showcases diverse research on brain development and dynamics through expert presentations from various universities.
Francisco Lopera obituary: neurologist who traced genetic origin of early-onset Alzheimer's
Francisco Lopera's family-centered approach transformed Alzheimer's research, enhancing understanding of the disease's genetics and fostering trust in clinical settings.
Session 1: NIMH 75th Anniversary Event 3
This conference showcases diverse research on brain development and dynamics through expert presentations from various universities.
Francisco Lopera obituary: neurologist who traced genetic origin of early-onset Alzheimer's
Francisco Lopera's family-centered approach transformed Alzheimer's research, enhancing understanding of the disease's genetics and fostering trust in clinical settings.
The PTAB upheld a utility patent for a maize variety developed through simple crossbreeding, emphasizing the importance of genotypic considerations in patent claims.
The PTAB upheld a utility patent for a maize variety developed through simple crossbreeding, emphasizing the importance of genotypic considerations in patent claims.
The cost of genome sequencing has dramatically decreased, making it accessible for personalized healthcare, which could enhance disease prevention strategies.
Inside the UK lab where you can clone your PETS - for a hefty price
Cloning technology can replicate deceased pets for grieving owners, costing between £38,000 and £59,000 and taking up to a year.
This $400 genetic test could save your life
The cost of genome sequencing has dramatically decreased, making it accessible for personalized healthcare, which could enhance disease prevention strategies.
Inside the UK lab where you can clone your PETS - for a hefty price
Cloning technology can replicate deceased pets for grieving owners, costing between £38,000 and £59,000 and taking up to a year.
Humans' Obsession With Carbs Came Long Before the Start of Agriculture, A New Study Suggests
Humans have evolved genetic adaptations for starch digestion over a longer timeline than previously recognized, dating back approximately 800,000 years.
How Neanderthals and Other Early Humans Evolved to Eat Starch
The evolution of amylase gene variations in humans underscores adaptation to changing diets and environments throughout history.
Black Death Genomes: Uncovering Medieval Genetic Clues - Medievalists.net
The EPIDEMIC project investigates how genetic traits from the Black Death era influence modern disease susceptibility.
Daily briefing: How AI could help mathematicians achieve moments of divine inspiration'
Humans may have evolved to efficiently run down prey, as suggested by a study highlighting benefits over slow stalking.
Humans' Obsession With Carbs Came Long Before the Start of Agriculture, A New Study Suggests
Humans have evolved genetic adaptations for starch digestion over a longer timeline than previously recognized, dating back approximately 800,000 years.
How Neanderthals and Other Early Humans Evolved to Eat Starch
The evolution of amylase gene variations in humans underscores adaptation to changing diets and environments throughout history.
Black Death Genomes: Uncovering Medieval Genetic Clues - Medievalists.net
The EPIDEMIC project investigates how genetic traits from the Black Death era influence modern disease susceptibility.
Daily briefing: How AI could help mathematicians achieve moments of divine inspiration'
Humans may have evolved to efficiently run down prey, as suggested by a study highlighting benefits over slow stalking.
Why everything you think about living to 100 might be wrong
Bryan Johnson is pursuing extreme longevity through rigorous lifestyle changes, consuming 111 pills daily, drawing parallels to historical explorers seeking the unknown.
The secret to slimming? Special 'skinny genes' double weight loss
The study identifies 14 'skinny genes' that significantly enhance weight loss when combined with regular exercise.
The Secrets of Longevity: Scientific Approaches and Insights
Longevity is influenced by both genetics and lifestyle choices, emphasizing the importance of healthy habits in extending lifespan.
Why some people enter menopause early - and how that could affect their cancer risk
Genomic analysis identifies rare genetic variants that significantly impact menopause timing, potentially aiding infertility treatments and menopause predictions.
"Exercise May Be the Single Most Potent Medical Intervention Ever Known"
Exercise is a vital intervention for both physical and mental health, with ongoing research exploring its molecular mechanisms and effects.
Scientists discover potential secret to reversing aging
Ancient viral DNA in the human genome may help predict aging and could lead to new treatments for age-related conditions.
Why everything you think about living to 100 might be wrong
Bryan Johnson is pursuing extreme longevity through rigorous lifestyle changes, consuming 111 pills daily, drawing parallels to historical explorers seeking the unknown.
The secret to slimming? Special 'skinny genes' double weight loss
The study identifies 14 'skinny genes' that significantly enhance weight loss when combined with regular exercise.
The Secrets of Longevity: Scientific Approaches and Insights
Longevity is influenced by both genetics and lifestyle choices, emphasizing the importance of healthy habits in extending lifespan.
Why some people enter menopause early - and how that could affect their cancer risk
Genomic analysis identifies rare genetic variants that significantly impact menopause timing, potentially aiding infertility treatments and menopause predictions.
"Exercise May Be the Single Most Potent Medical Intervention Ever Known"
Exercise is a vital intervention for both physical and mental health, with ongoing research exploring its molecular mechanisms and effects.
Scientists discover potential secret to reversing aging
Ancient viral DNA in the human genome may help predict aging and could lead to new treatments for age-related conditions.
Celebrities are coughing up millions to bring back the dodo. This could end very badly | Arwa Mahdawi
A gene-editing company aims to resurrect the extinct dodo, highlighting issues of ethical revival and conservation funding.
The rise of baobab trees in Madagascar - Nature
Baobabs, part of the Adansonia genus, are culturally and globally important charismatic species that require rigorous conservation strategies for their long-term survival.
Celebrities are coughing up millions to bring back the dodo. This could end very badly | Arwa Mahdawi
A gene-editing company aims to resurrect the extinct dodo, highlighting issues of ethical revival and conservation funding.
The rise of baobab trees in Madagascar - Nature
Baobabs, part of the Adansonia genus, are culturally and globally important charismatic species that require rigorous conservation strategies for their long-term survival.
Rapid homologue juxtaposition during meiotic chromosome pairing - Nature
Rapid juxtaposition of homologous chromosomes during meiosis occurs within 6 minutes, highlighting a highly efficient mechanism for chromosome pairing.
The 10 Most Common Misconceptions About Addictions
Addiction is a complex condition shaped by genetics, environment, and brain chemistry, not merely a result of personal choice or morality.
Nature vs. Nurture: Is Productivity Genetic? | ClickUp
Genetics can influence productivity through attention spans and motivation, offering insights into efficiency.
Understanding one's genetic predispositions can help identify areas for improvement in productivity.
It Looks Like a Vape. It's Going to Help You Lose Weight.
Metabolism is largely genetic and altering it through diet or exercise is often self-defeating.
A grey matter? Nature, nurture and the study of forming political leanings
Political beliefs may stem from a mix of genetic, environmental, and neurological factors, but determining their interplay is complex.
Are parents to blame for their kids' picky eating habits? Surprising research reveals the answer
Children's fussiness about food may be largely genetic, influencing their eating behaviors from early childhood to adolescence.
America's Favorite Seasoning Herb Is Also The Most Controversial - Tasting Table
Cilantro preferences divide the U.S. geographically, with significant differences between states on either side of the Mississippi River.
Your Kid's Picky Eating Isn't Your Fault, It's Your Genetics
Genetics largely influences picky eating in children, accounting for up to 86% of behavioral differences.
Doctors Said These Women's Mutated Genes Wouldn't Harm Them
Genetic screening during IVF can lead to difficult choices regarding embryo selection and raises questions on medical understanding of X-linked diseases.
New Sickle Cell Treatments Reach Patients after Years of Effort
Sickle cell disease is complicated, affecting treatment despite a single genetic cause.
Research is multifaceted, targeting multiple levels to address the disease's complexity.
Rare white killer whale surfaces next to 'lucky and thrilled' boaters off CA. See it
Frosty, a rare white killer whale, has been spotted in California, raising interest in its genetic condition.
Scientists Crack a 50-Year Mystery to Discover a New Set of Blood Groups
The discovery of the MAL gene clarifies the significance of the AnWj antigen, enhancing blood donor matching for individuals with this rare blood group.
Daily briefing: No, Rapa Nui people didn't destroy their island
The ecosystem collapse theory for Rapa Nui has been debunked through genetic research.
Why does heart disease affect so many young South Asians?
South Asians face heightened heart disease risk despite lacking common risk factors, a phenomenon known as the South Asian paradox.
Francisco Lopera, Pioneer in Alzheimer's Research, Dies at 73
Dr. Francisco Lopera significantly advanced Alzheimer's research through his work with a large Colombian family, identifying genetic causes and focusing on care for affected patients.
Alzheimer's study suggests genetic cause of specific form of disease- Harvard Gazette
Genetics may be a direct cause of a specific form of Alzheimer's disease, leading to earlier diagnosis, treatment, and potential new therapies.
Scientists claim to have found another distinct genetic form of Alzheimer's
Having two copies of the ApoE4 gene variant could represent a distinct genetic form of Alzheimer's disease.
Researchers identify new genetic form of Alzheimer's that is present in millions of people
Study highlights the implications of predicting Alzheimer's disease at a 100% probability and the potential impact on individuals' lives.
Francisco Lopera, Pioneer in Alzheimer's Research, Dies at 73
Dr. Francisco Lopera significantly advanced Alzheimer's research through his work with a large Colombian family, identifying genetic causes and focusing on care for affected patients.
Alzheimer's study suggests genetic cause of specific form of disease- Harvard Gazette
Genetics may be a direct cause of a specific form of Alzheimer's disease, leading to earlier diagnosis, treatment, and potential new therapies.
Scientists claim to have found another distinct genetic form of Alzheimer's
Having two copies of the ApoE4 gene variant could represent a distinct genetic form of Alzheimer's disease.
Researchers identify new genetic form of Alzheimer's that is present in millions of people
Study highlights the implications of predicting Alzheimer's disease at a 100% probability and the potential impact on individuals' lives.
African scientists must not be priced out of mental-health research
African populations are significantly under-represented in mental health research, leading to misdiagnosis and stigmatization of individuals with mental illnesses.
A New Study Is Finally Attempting to Pin Down The Root Causes of Depression
Depression is a complex illness with different causes and mechanisms, not singular in nature.
African scientists must not be priced out of mental-health research
African populations are significantly under-represented in mental health research, leading to misdiagnosis and stigmatization of individuals with mental illnesses.
A New Study Is Finally Attempting to Pin Down The Root Causes of Depression
Depression is a complex illness with different causes and mechanisms, not singular in nature.
Solving Inflammatory Bowel Disease's Mysteries May Lead to New Therapies
Research linkage of gene to inflammatory bowel disease raises hope for tailored treatment options.
Public response to IBD research indicates a high prevalence and urgency for better therapies.
The mysteries of inflammatory bowel disease are being cracked - offering hope for new therapies
Recent genetic research offers hope for personalized treatments for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), addressing its complexity and uniqueness among patients.
Solving Inflammatory Bowel Disease's Mysteries May Lead to New Therapies
Research linkage of gene to inflammatory bowel disease raises hope for tailored treatment options.
Public response to IBD research indicates a high prevalence and urgency for better therapies.
The mysteries of inflammatory bowel disease are being cracked - offering hope for new therapies
Recent genetic research offers hope for personalized treatments for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), addressing its complexity and uniqueness among patients.
A Rescue Dog Went Blind. Now She's Helping Other Pups Avoid Her Fate.
Shola's DNA research has paved the way to protect future generations of dogs from inherited blindness.
Researchers tackle AI fact-checking failures with new LLM training technique
AI models can analyze genetics datasets, but they shouldn't be relied upon solely for factual accuracy.
Closing the genomics gap: How to improve indigenous health DW 08/12/2024
Subtle genetic differences impact health outcomes and treatment responses.
Why sex and gender aren't binary issues | DW | 31.03.2021
Sex is a spectrum, not binary; genetics play a complex role in determining sex, leading to variations in physical traits and chromosomes.
Mutations in a non-coding gene associated with intellectual disability
Geneticists may have been focusing on the wrong DNA areas for intellectual disabilities. Whole genome sequencing can help identify new genetic associations.
PSA: Genetics Play A Big Part In Dental Health, Says TikTok Dentist
Genetics and various factors play a significant role in oral health, impacting the presence of cavities and gum disease.
We asked, you answered: What are some weird things you have in common with a sibling?
Genetics may play a role in siblings sharing unusual behaviors like dexterity with their toes.
The RNA Revolution Is Changing Our Understanding of Biology
RNA plays a much larger role in the human genome than previously thought, challenging the notion of junk DNA.
Harriette Cole: They say my child's looks are reason to suspect my wife
Genetics can result in unexpected appearances in children, causing family concerns and misunderstandings.
An omega-6 fatty acid may reduce the risk for bipolar disorder
Genetic propensity to higher arachidonic acid linked to lower bipolar disorder risk, potential for lifestyle interventions.
Study Discovers Potential Biomarkers of Environmental Exposures in Parkinson's Disease - News Center
DNA methylation in blood can be a potential biomarker for Parkinson's disease risk.
Rare Brown Panda Mystery Solved after 40 Years
Brown pandas are missing a sequence of DNA in a pigmentation-related gene called Bace2.
The brown pandas from Qinling have genetic differences from Sichuan pandas.
On the Trail of the Denisovans
Denisovans thrived worldwide with limited fossil evidence.
Scientists fascinated by Denisovans due to their DNA resilience.
Help! My Brother Is Begging Me to "Get Sober." I Drink One Beer a Week.
Genetics can play a significant role in addiction but may not affect everyone in the same way.
Family dynamics and history can influence how individuals view and approach alcohol consumption.
Daily briefing: 'All of Us' genetics chart stirs unease
The debate on depicting human diversity in genetics has been reignited by a figure in a high-profile paper.
A supernova mystery from 1987 has been solved, confirming it as a neutron star.
How does Social Anxiety Affect the Brain
Social anxiety disorder causes intense fear in social situations, impacting daily life and crucial brain parts like the amygdala.
Socially anxious individuals process social cues differently, affecting brain function in various ways.
What is a virgin birth? Graphic shows how female stingray got pregnant
Certain animals are capable of reproducing through parthenogenesis, or 'virgin birth', without mating with a male.
Facultative parthenogenesis is a process where the offspring receives its full set of genes from the mother, with fertilization occurring by a cell taken from the mother herself.