Obesity is a growing global health concern, affecting millions of people worldwide. One of the major contributors to obesity is the consumption of high-calorie foods.…
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Heart failure is a medical condition in which the heart cannot pump enough blood to meet the body’s needs. It can result from a variety…
New research suggests that green tea extract can cause liver damage in a small subset of the population. According to a recent study, although taking…
The researchers believe that their findings could lead to new ways for improving the health of older adults. A new study in fruit flies, led…
Scientists have sequenced to chromosome level the genomes of great hammerhead and shortfin mako sharks, showing that their populations have declined over 250,000 years. Credit:…
Suicide is a serious public health issue that affects individuals of all ages, races, and socioeconomic backgrounds. It is the 10th leading cause of death…
A study published in Scientific Reports has uncovered the genes that likely enabled whales to grow to enormous sizes compared to their ancestors. The research…
Underwater Kronan excavations. Credit: Lars Einarsson A new study reported in the journal Cell on January 5, 2023, captures a genetic history across Scandinavia over…
Autism, also known as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is a complex developmental disorder that affects communication, social interaction, and behavior. It is characterized by difficulties…
Researchers find that genetics combined with long years of schooling can lead to nearsightedness in children. Increased schooling is linked to a higher risk of…
Researchers at Cedars-Sinai have developed a specific and comprehensive molecular profile of endometriosis to enhance treatment options for the many women affected by this condition.…
After examining two large databases of traits in spouses, researchers discovered that the tendency for individuals to mate with others who possess similar traits (known…
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder that affects how a person communicates and interacts with others, as well as how they perceive…
Clear cell renal carcinoma (CCRC) is a type of kidney cancer that is characterized by the presence of clear cells in the tumors. It is…
However, the researchers caution that this discovery does not mean that people with this genetic variant can eat excessively without gaining weight. The study represents…
According to a recent study, a selfish gene found in yeast has employed a poison-antidote strategy that allows it to function and likely contributed to…
Researchers have constructed a high-quality, chromosome-scale genome of pearl oysters, which they hope can be used to find resilient strains. In Japan, pearl oysters are…
Scientists have discovered at least two genetic pathways leading to the identical physical outcome for a species of flycatcher in the Solomon Islands. Research indicates…
The researchers discovered that inhibiting RNA synthesis with the THZ1 compound and analogs following therapies that cause DNA breakages, such as radiation therapy, dramatically improves…
The research team has developed a computer program that tracks the history of harmful mutations in the human genome throughout evolution. Mutations can be good and…