Genes Beat Family, Teachers for Academic Success, Study Suggests
2013-12-11
DNA appeared to play biggest role in sciences, but outcomes could also change based on upbringingContinue Reading
Alzheimer’s Gene Tied to Brain Changes at Early Age
2013-12-06
Researchers say the SORL1 gene may affect more than one ‘pathway’ to the diseaseContinue Reading
Deciphering the DNA of Alzheimer’s Patients
2013-12-04
First batch of complete genetic data on 410 people with the disease made available to scientistsContinue Reading
Gene Mutation May Explain Heart Disease Risk Among African-Americans
2013-12-02
Study found variation tied to increased fats in the bloodContinue Reading
Study Sheds Light on Link Between Pesticides, Parkinson’s
2013-11-27
Gene mutation combined with exposure to chemicals used in farming may trigger degenerative diseaseContinue Reading
Even When Breast Cancer Gene Test Is Negative, Risk Can Persist: Study
2013-11-27
BRCA screening has its limits in assessing dangers for women with a family history of disease, experts sayContinue Reading
DNA Can Predict Unusually Tall Height, Study Shows
2013-11-25
Findings might help treat kids with growth issues and identify criminal suspectsContinue Reading
Research Probes Autism’s Origins in the Brain
2013-11-21
Two studies identify gene mutations that act together to disrupt the brain’s wiring before birthContinue Reading
Study of Severely Obese Family Leads to Gene Discovery
2013-11-21
Body’s ability to control appetite, burn calories may be linked to gene mutation, researchers sayContinue Reading
What Not to Do for Migraines
2013-11-21
Experts issue new guidelines to avoid unnecessary tests, risky treatmentsContinue Reading
Vitamin D Deficiency Might Be Overdiagnosed in Blacks, Study Suggests
2013-11-20
When looking at blood levels in a different way, researchers found they may be adequate after allContinue Reading
Studies Suggest Better Approaches to Staying Clot-Free
2013-11-19
One trial found gene tests help with standby med warfarin, another shows promise for newer drugContinue Reading
Use of Breast MRIs Way Up, Studies Find
2013-11-18
But many high-risk women who should get scanned don’t, experts addContinue Reading
When, Where Did Dogs Become Man’s Best Friend?
2013-11-15
Research suggests ancient European hunters first bonded with canines, but debate continuesContinue Reading