Genetic Origins of Multiple Sclerosis Revealed
Recent research has shed light on the genetic risk for multiple sclerosis (MS) and its origins, revealing intriguing insights into the disease’s prevalence in Northern Europe. The study, which utilized a large ancient genome dataset spanning the Mesolithic period to…
The Biological Reasons Behind the Difficulty in Toning Upper Arms
Experts have recently shed light on the surprising biological reasons behind the difficulty in toning the upper arms, commonly known as ‘bingo wings’. Despite rigorous workouts, many individuals struggle to see improvements in this area, and it appears that genetics,…
Breakthrough in Understanding Genetic Regulatory Effects in Pigs
Researchers have made significant strides in understanding genetic regulatory effects across pig tissues, shedding light on the potential for fundamental biological discovery and exploitation in animal breeding and human biomedicine. The Farm Animal Genotype-Tissue Expression (FarmGTEx) project has been established…
Genetic Influence on Body’s Response to Low Oxygen
Genetics May Influence the Body’s Response to Low Oxygen, Pitt Study Finds University of Pittsburgh Schools of Medicine researchers have made a significant breakthrough in understanding the body’s response to limited oxygen and its impact on blood vessel disease of…
6 Traits You Can Thank Neanderthals For — From Bad Habits to Bedtimes
6 Traits You Can Thank Neanderthals For — From Bad Habits to Bedtimes By Tracy Swartz Published Jan. 7, 2024, 4:13 p.m. ET Research shows that many humans have Neanderthal DNA. People with European or Asian backgrounds have 1% to…
Comprehensive Analysis Confirms Five Key Parkinson’s Disease Variants
A recent study published in Npj Parkinson’s Disease has conducted a comprehensive analysis of rare Parkinson’s disease (PD) variants in a large-scale cohort, confirming the existence of five key PD variants. This landmark study sheds light on the genetic factors…
Naturally Occurring Variant of SHLP2 May Offer Protection Against Parkinson’s Disease, Study Finds
Researchers have identified a naturally occurring variant of SHLP2 that may offer protection against Parkinson’s disease (PD). The study, published in Molecular Psychiatry, delves into the functional role of a mitochondrial DNA single nucleotide polymorphism (mtSNP) associated with reduced PD…
Tasmanian Devil Die-Off Affecting Another Predator’s Genetics
Tasmanian devil die-off is shifting another predator’s genetics 08 January 2024 Declining numbers of the endangered Tasmanian devil (Sarcophilus harrisii) are affecting the evolutionary genetics of a small predator, the spotted-tailed quoll (Dasyurus maculatus), according to a study published today…
Unraveling the Role of Genetic Mutations in Aging and Disease Susceptibility
In a groundbreaking research initiative, scientists are embarking on a quest to unravel the role of genetic mutations in the aging process and their potential impact on diseases like cancer. Armed with a $3.5 million research grant from the National…
New Study Reveals 11,000 Vital Genetic Switches in Every Cell Type
Technological advancements have enabled scientists to comprehensively explore genetic control elements, unraveling the complexities of gene activation mechanisms in our genetic code. New evidence challenges the simplistic view that cis-regulatory elements (CREs) are mere on/off switches for genes, emphasizing their…