Grandparents' Health, Lifestyle, Environment Could Affect Development of Offspring for Generations

Medicine & Technology Oct 03, 2022

Researchers demonstrated how epigenetic modification can be transmitted from the grandparents to the next generation (grandoffspring). Learn more about this transgenerational epigenetic inheritance in this article.

Why Are Some Twins Identical? Study Sheds Light on Mysterious DNA Epigenetics

Sep 30, 2021

Scientists have discovered a'signature' in DNA among newborns born after a fertilized egg divides, putting the notion that it happens at random to rest.

Stem Cell Theory of Aging: Study Reveals How Acetate, Epigenetics Can Strengthen Bones Allowing Humans to Live Longer

Sep 15, 2021

Researchers revealed the potential of acetate, known as a food additive, in strengthening aging bones. They describe their discovery as a “fountain of youth” substance.

A Unique You: What Your Parents Add to Your Genes Aside from DNA

Jun 21, 2021

The branch of biology called epigenetics aims to understand how a person's environment, behavior, and a host of other factors affect the function and behavior of his or her genes - and a new study helps shed light on one of its mysteries.

Ageing Slows Down by 3 Years in Just 8 Weeks Through Diet, Lifestyle Changes, DNA Methylation Study Shows

May 27, 2021

Slowing down the biological age may be possible through diet and lifestyle, says the research, a first-of-its-kind peer-reviewed study, It offers scientific evidence that changes in both lifestyle and diet can lead to a faster way to slow biological age.

Cancerous Brain Tumor: How Possible is Prevention of Further Growth?

Apr 13, 2021

Researchers have recently discovered a new way of preventing further cancerous brain tumor growth. The pre-clinical research could lead to changes in how the cancer is treated.

Is CRISPR Having a Problem? Why Does it Hack DNAs it Wasn’t Supposed to Touch?

Apr 12, 2021

Researchers can now control gene expressions with high specificity while leaving the sequence of the DNA unchanged.

Male Baboons Fighting for Social Dominance, Accelerates Their Aging Process

Apr 07, 2021

The price that male baboons pay for being on the top of their group is a premature aging process, according to a recent study by researchers from Duke University.

Father's Life Stress Leaves Mark On Sperm, Predisposing Offspring to Poor Mental Health

Feb 10, 2021

A new study adds to growing evidence that a father's life stress could leave a lasting impression on his sperm that predisposes his offspring to poor mental health.

UC Davis Researchers Use Epigenetics to Find Genetic Signatures of Autism in Newborns

Oct 23, 2020

Early diagnosis of autism is essential to meet the needs of children who have neurodevelopmental deficiencies. Researchers discover that DNA from the umbilical cord can help with the early diagnosis and intervention of ASD.

DNA Does Not Solely Contribute to Genetics, New Research Finds

Apr 03, 2015

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