Genetics Stories
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Genetic Mutation Causes Rare Form Of MS
Scientists discovered a rare mutation that makes it very likely a person will develop a devastating form of MS. -
Decades Of College-Educated Singles Marrying Each Other Hasn't Changed Our Genetic Makeup
More college graduates marrying each other has not increased the prevalence of the gene associated with education. -
Losing The Y Chromosome May Place Men At Higher Risk Of Alzheimer's
Older men who have a mutation that leads to the loss of their Y chromosome in blood cells may have an increased risk of Alzheimer's disease. -
Genetic Analysis Reveals Where African Americans' Ancestors Lived
A new study has detailed the complicated genetic history of black Americans to help better understand their unique genome. -
Growing Up In Poverty Changes The Brain
Poverty can lead to biological changes in the brains of teenagers, which in turn can lead to depressive symptoms: study. -
How British People Have Evolved Over The Last 2,000 Years
A new genome analysis technique has revealed how the British people have evolved in the last two millenniums. -
Scientists May Soon Write DNA From Nothing, But Is It Ethical?
Synthesizing the human DNA sequence could have many benefits, but is it too risky on an ethical level? -
Dad's Poor Lifestyle Choices Affect His Sperm, Child's Health
A new study has analyzed the effects that a man's lifestyle choices can have on his future offspring. -
Alcohol Abuse — It's In Your Genes?
Researchers in England believe they have identified a gene linked to impulsive behavior in teenagers. -
Believe It Or Not, We're All Mutants
An in-depth investigation of what causes genetic mutations and what effect they can have on our health and appearance. -
Your Veggie Burgers Aren't Entirely Veggie, Study Finds
Many of our delicious burgers come with quality flaws, a new report from a Cali-based food lab finds. -
Why Does Hair Turn Gray?
Sophia Cai from Reactions discusses why our hair eventually turns gray.
