Could a novel approach to genetic studies give us a clearer picture of how evolutionary adaptations occur? That's what the ...

Scientists at deCODE genetics/Amgen have constructed a complete map of how human DNA is mixed as it is passed down during reproduction. The map marks a major step in the understanding of genetic ...

In a recent study, Mass General Brigham researchers demonstrated that through low-cost genetic samples that can be obtained from a cheek swab or blood test, they can improve identification of people ...

There is evidence that Crohn’s disease is genetic, though environmental factors may also be involved. Crohn’s disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes inflammation in ...

During the past decade, Parkinson disease ... and genetic heterogeneity. Additional complexity is added by the existence of as yet unidentified PD genes, and by the still-incomplete picture ...