Gene mutations have consequences both good and bad—from resistance to conditions like diabetes to susceptibility to certain ...

An international collaboration led by RIKEN researchers has discovered how unusual spherical structures form in the brains of ...

A new study led by Yale geneticists provides a long-needed tool to determine which mutations in the mitochondrial genome ...

The genetic mutation that causes Huntington's disease (HD)—a devastating brain disease that disrupts mobility and diminishes ...

"But this scenario seems unlikely, because almost all human characteristics are subject to mutation and genetic variation," he said. "Instead, we think genetic variation of sex ratio is too ...

researchers at ChristianaCare’s Gene Editing Institute have used CRISPR gene editing tools to disable a gene mutation often seen in aggressive forms of this dangerous skin cancer that renders ...

Researchers have discovered that a gene variant, KIR3DL1*114, linked to Denisovans, may impact the immune response in First ...

Some research suggests the MTHFR gene mutation, linked to conditions like depression and bipolar disorder, may play a role in ADHD’s onset, too. Treatments like folate supplementation may help.

Scientists have identified a genetic mutation which may be the key to stopping people from craving sugary treats. The ...

An international team of researchers has provided a genetic diagnosis for 30 individuals whose condition was undiagnosed for years despite extensive ...

One of the most significant risk factors for breast cancer is genetic predisposition ... of all breast cancers are hereditary, often due to mutations in genes that increase cancer risk.