New insights on why epilepsy develops
New insights on why epilepsy develops, potential treatments in world’s largest genetic study: Specific changes in our DNA that increase…
Genetics
Could flies show how to personalise diet?
Fruit flies and humans don’t just share a love of fruit in the warm summer months. We also share key…
Mosaicism mutation identified in Australian cancer patient
World-first case of gene variant identified in Australian cancer patient: Researchers have identified the first ever case of a mutation…
How genetics, diet and gut health influence Alzheimer’s risk
How genetics, diet and gut health influence Alzheimer's risk: Scientists at the University of East Anglia and the Quadram Institute…
Mitofusin 2: Mechanism behind intracellular connection
Scientists Unveil the Mechanism Behind Intracellular Connection: Mitofusin 2 is the Lock and Key. Researchers at IRB Barcelona, the University…
New research uncovers ‘core’ genes for type 1 diabetes
New research, funded by Diabetes UK, has uncovered nine 'core' genes that directly impact the risk of type 1 diabetes.…
Previously unknown antibiotic resistance widespread among bacteria
Genes that make bacteria resistant to antibiotics are much more widespread in our environment than was previously realised. A new…
Cold climate adaptations promoted social evolution
New study shows how adaptations to living in a cold climate promoted social evolution. For the first time ever, scientists have…
Global network to detect and prevent infectious disease threat
WHO and partners are launching a global network to help protect people from infectious disease threats through the power of…
Some obesity-related genes protect people from type 2 diabetes
Some obesity-related genes protect people from type 2 diabetes, while others increase risk: New research presented today at the Diabetes…