Genetic differences in the immune system shape the collections of bacteria that colonize the digestive system, according to new research […]
Better seizure control with ketogenic diet in infants with genetic epilepsy
Infants and young children with epilepsy due to a confirmed genetic abnormality had a better response to treatment with ketogenic […]
Genetic variation contributes to individual differences in pleasure
Differences in how our brains respond when we’re anticipating a financial reward are due, in part, to genetic differences, according […]
Shawn Johnson Clarifies Why She Was Celebrating Genetic Testing Results
Explaining herself. Shawn Johnson and her husband, Andrew East, celebrated when they found out that their baby-to-be doesn’t have any […]
Study finds genetic basis for re-experiencing symptoms in PTSD
A study based on the Million Veteran Program of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has identified multiple locations in […]
New genetic test improves safety of inflammatory bowel disease treatments
A genetic discovery will make treatment for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis safer, by identifying patients who are at risk […]
E-cigarette users show cancer-linked genetic changes
If you think vaping is benign, think again A USC study in 93 people shows that e-cigarette users develop some […]
Scientists create genetic score that predicts lifespan
We are all interested in living longer, healthier lives. From nutritional advice to lifestyle changes, researchers are hard at work […]
Student develops microfluidics device to help scientists identify early genetic markers of cancer
As anyone who has played “Where’s Waldo” knows, searching for a single item in a landscape filled with a mélange […]
Genetic tool to predict adult heart attack risk in childhood
People at high risk of a heart attack in adulthood could be spotted much earlier in life with a one-off […]