A genetic breakthrough reveals why mental health conditions often occur together. New research identifies five disorder ...

A large study published Jan. 29 in the journal Science suggests genetics could account for as much as 55% of a person’s lifespan. That’s far higher than earlier estimates, which ranged from 6% to 33%.

A new AI model from Google DeepMind called AlphaGenome can predict how DNA mutations affect biological processes, helping pinpoint genes linked to diseases and speeding up drug discovery.

Baylor College of Medicine researchers are part of a collaborative research group with AstraZeneca and Memorial Sloan ...

Despite decades of research, scientists struggle to understand the mental health implications of DNA. Researchers were able ...

A person’s genes play a far greater role in likely lifespan than previously thought, according to a major new study published Thursday in the journal Science ...

Different mental health conditions might be driven by similar genetics Researchers created five different genetic categories containing the 14 most prominent mental health conditions Most surprising, ...

Despite major advances in genetic testing for breast cancer risk prediction, death rates remain disproportionately high among ...

No matter how much they brush their teeth, some people still get more cavities than others, in part because of differences in ...

Personalized medicine is gaining momentum today, allowing a person’s genetic makeup to help guide clinical decisions that are ...

Environmental factors such as lifestyle and the medications you take influence the effects your genes have on your body — and can clarify how diseases develop. When you purchase through links on our ...

Obesity is often a combination of genetic and lifestyle factors. Genetics can influence metabolic pathways, appetite control, and energy storage. Leptin resistance can lead to increased appetite and ...