Most genes are ancient and shared across species. But a small subset of genes are relative newcomers, spontaneously emerging ...

A genetically diverse mouse model allowed researchers to identify genes that promote the success of immune checkpoint ...

Why it's difficult for genetically obese people to permanently lose weight and your DNA creates biological barriers that make ...

Autism is a topic many families think about, especially when a child shows signs of developmental differences. People often ...

Brain dynamics and cognition share genetic roots. Criticality may guide future brain health research. A recent study published on June 24 in PNAS presents strong evidence that brain criticality—the de ...

Charlie Health reports that eating disorders are significantly influenced by genetics, with family history increasing risk ...

Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) affects nearly one in three adults around the globe. It ...

New research suggests that a child’s crying is largely explained by genetics and parents themselves have limited options to ...

Key pointsClinicians can contact patients' relatives about possible inherited genetic risksPublic health legal adviser Dr Jane Tiller argues this is ...

New research suggests that being exposed to air pollution for long periods can have similar effects to smoking and aging.

Despite public confusion, science has made meaningful progress in understanding autism. One of the most consistent findings ...

How much an infant cries is largely steered by their genetics, and there is probably not much that parents can do about it.