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Genetic study yields personalized therapeutics for a rare skin disorder
A study published in PNAS has found that for people with a rare form of ichthyosis, medications previously used to... Read more -
AI reveals how protein modifications link mutations to disease
Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) model that reveals how protein modifications link genetic... Read more -
Gene–diet interactions help regulate the body's daily rhythms, research reveals
Our bodies follow a natural 24-hour cycle known as the circadian rhythm that influences everything from sleep to metabolism. While... Read more -
Different impulsive traits carry different risks for harmful alcohol use, personalized treatment
The authors of a new study have identified distinct personality profiles of people with impulsivity, with different attributes that influence... Read more -
Like likes like: Partner preferences may be explained by genetics
It is no secret that people are often drawn to romantic partners who seem similar to themselves. This tendency, called... Read more -
Human hippocampal neurogenesis shows unique gene expression patterns compared to other mammals
While the process via which different types of neurons are produced, also known as neurogenesis, has been the focus of... Read more -
Mediterranean diet may offset genetic risk of Alzheimer's
A new study led by investigators from Mass General Brigham, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, and the Broad... Read more -
Scientists discover new '3D genome organizer' linked to fertility and cancer
A research team at Kyoto University has discovered STAG3-cohesin, a new mitotic cohesin complex that helps establish the unique DNA... Read more -
Genetic testing of IVF embryos can help women over 35 conceive faster
Genetic testing of IVF-created embryos could help more women over 35 have a baby in less time, a clinical trial... Read more -
A new genetic link to pain provides a promising drug target
Chronic pain is life-changing and considered one of the leading causes of disability worldwide, making daily life difficult for millions... Read more -
People strongly moved by music are likely to be open, compassionate and sensitive, researcher finds
Many people have experienced music arousing emotions. However, music sensibility varies considerably; some people experience intense emotions, while others barely... Read more -
AI-generated genomes could accelerate precision medicine without compromising patient confidentiality
A new AI system that creates simulated cancer genomes could reshape the tools used to analyze tumors, helping bring about... Read more -
Comorbidities in HIV: Big data study reveals molecular links
Why do people infected with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) often suffer from cardiovascular, liver, and other comorbidities? Researchers at... Read more -
Computational approach meets biology to connect neural progenitor cells with human disorders
For much of the 20th century it was thought that the adult brain was incapable of regeneration. This view has... Read more -
AI model simultaneously detects multiple genetic colorectal cancer markers in tissue samples
A multicenter study has analyzed nearly 2,000 digitized tissue slides from colon cancer patients across seven independent cohorts in Europe... Read more
