Genetics
Puberty Growth Spurts Linked to Adult Health Risks
Health
Summary: Researchers uncovered a genetic link between rapid height growth during puberty and increased health risks in adulthood, such as atrial fibrillation, ...
New Genetic Atlas of Brain Development
Health
Summary: Researchers created an atlas detailing the early genetic development of the brain from weeks 6 to 13 of embryonic growth. This ...
Scientists Discover Method To Offset Effects of Life-Shortening Genes by Over 60%
Health
New research indicates that a healthy lifestyle can significantly lessen the impact of genes predisposed to shorten life, potentially by more than ...
Enhancing Neurogenesis for Parkinson’s Treatment
Science
Summary: Researchers have pioneered a method to enhance the generation of dopaminergic neurons, crucial for Parkinson’s disease treatment, by targeting specific receptors ...
Omega-6 Fatty Acid Linked to Lower Bipolar Disorder Risk
Health
Summary: Researchers discovered a link between higher levels of arachidonic acid, an omega-6 fatty acid found in foods like eggs and seafood, ...
How Brain Stem Cells Avoid Identity Conflicts
Health
Summary: Researchers uncovered a crucial mechanism in brain stem cells that prevents identity conflicts during gene expression, enabling these cells to maintain ...
High-Fat Diet Linked to Alzheimer’s Through Molecular Changes
Health
Summary: A new study uncovered how diets high in saturated fats contribute to the development of Alzheimer’s disease by affecting crucial molecular ...
Gene Therapy Slows ALS Progression
Health
Summary: Researchers made a significant breakthrough in ALS treatment using a new gene therapy, marking a notable slow in disease progression for ...
SCN2A Gene Variants Dictate Neurological Disorder Severity
Health
Summary: A new study reveals how genetic variants in the SCN2A gene influence the severity and type of neurological impairments, including epilepsy ...
Cancer Can Arise Without Genetic Mutations
Science
Researchers have discovered that cancer can originate solely from epigenetic changes, not just genetic mutations. This revelation, demonstrated through experiments with Drosophila, ...
