Scientists discovered targeting a protein called ETV6 can turn Ewing sarcoma cancer cells back to normal-looking and -behaving connective tissue cells, as seen above. Credit:…
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A study that examined over six million genetic variants was conducted on 38,691 individuals diagnosed with ADHD and 186,843 individuals without ADHD. This enabled the…
Red junglefowl are the wild ancestors of the chicken, and the two are known to readily admix. In their study, Wu et al. found evidence…
Genetic mutations are changes or variations in an organism’s DNA sequence, which can have a range of effects on its traits and characteristics. Some mutations…
Twelve-hour rhythms in the human dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (DLPFC) are abnormal in schizophrenia. Credit: Colleen A. McClung (CC-BY 4.0) Created with biorender.com. Fewer 12-hour rhythmic…
American Crocodile (Crocodylus acutus). This species of crocodile is native to the Americas, ranging from the southeastern United States to northern South America. It is…
Researchers of the Department of Ethology, Eötvös Loránd University have been investigating dogs’ reactions to wolf howls. Credit: Gáti Oszkár Dániel Researchers of the Department…
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.…
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…