A centromere is a specific region on a chromosome that ensures that, when a cell divides, the chromosome separates accurately so each new cell receives the correct amount of genetic material. Despite ...

Analysis of one million diverse genomes yields mutations associated with lower risk of diabetes, heart disease and other ...

In this study, researchers evaluated the germline variants of patients receiving CAR T-cell therapy to screen for the effects of mutations on CAR T-cell behavior in humans.

Most inherited traits are messy. Height involves hundreds of genetic contributions. Most physical characteristics ...

The BRCA1 and BRCA2 variants are associated with certain cancers.

A new study shows modern human PSPH gene variants produce L-serine more efficiently than ancient hunter-gatherer versions, revealing how brain biochemistry evolved over time.

Scientists at the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory have created a platform that pinpoints genetic ...

Scientists have reconstructed the complete genome of a real person, with full sets of chromosomes from each parent, a ...

A Neandertal version of the growth hormone receptor is linked to slightly greater muscle mass, height and weight in adults.

The team’s approach, which combines synthetic biology expertise, artificial intelligence, and statistical mapping techniques, enables rapid, precise reprogramming of bacteria as biotechnology tools, ...

The largest-ever genetic study of fibromyalgia has identified new risk factors, a neurological origin, and potential new ...

Scientists have uncovered new genetic risk factors for a long-term chronic pain condition in the largest study of its kind. People with fibromyalgia have been “dismissed” for decades, experts said, ...