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'Genes from 240 mammal species explain human disease risks'
The human genome contains approximately 20,000 genes that constitute the code for manufacturing all the proteins in the body.
How genes helped people cope with pandemic stress
“The Covid pandemic has been a unique opportunity to investigate the impact of genetics on wellbeing in a time wherein we had to socially isolate...
Genes can affect our nutrient tolerance: Study
In genetic analyses, the researchers identified a number of genes that contributed to the ability of flies to tolerate sugar. Most of these genes are...
5 things research from twins taught us about health, behaviour and...
By Jeffrey Craig, Deakin University Geelong Australia,the Conversation Researchers often compare the differences between identical and fraternal twins...
Scientists spot genes linked with severe Covid-19 risk
Scientists have decoded genes that put certain people at high chances of contracting the virus and developing severe Covid-19.
Why sex and gender aren’t binary issues
Our gender is identical with our sex, written in our genes, can be clearly assigned and does not change over our lifetime.
Wound healing, infection can be determined by genetics
The collection of microbes, known as a "microbiome," can determine how a wound heals and how long that process takes.
'Jumping' genes can prevent blood cancers: Study
US scientists have found that transposons, also known as jumping genes, can protect against certain blood cancers and help develop new therapeutic...