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Scientists expected one Alzheimer’s advantage in SuperAgers. They were wrong
Recent studies reveal that exceptional memory in SuperAgers into their nineties cannot be explained by genetics alone.
Genetics
24 trends tracked about this subject — the full history, oldest to newest below.
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A tapeworm infects worker ants and makes them live several times longer by turning their bodies more like
A specific tapeworm species extends the lifespan of worker ants by altering their metabolism and genetics to resemble that of a queen.
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Huge study finds first genetic clues for borderline personality disorder
German researchers have identified the first genetic risk loci associated with borderline personality disorder in a massive genome-wide association study.
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Mapping in-cell protein contact sites reveals hijacking of paraspeckles during influenza A virus infection
Recent scientific mapping reveals how the influenza A virus hijacks human cells from the inside by dismantling nucleus structures.
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Scientists show that DNA can last for up to 50,000 years in Africa
Researchers have discovered 50,000-year-old DNA from a South African antelope, challenging previous assumptions about genetic preservation in Africa.
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How naked mole-rat queens stop rivals reproducing
Scientific coverage reveals how naked mole-rat queens use a powerful odorous chemical signal to suppress subordinate reproduction.
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Aneuploidy selects for the acquisition of driver genes in breast cancer
New research identifies 90 genes driving basal-like breast cancer, including 81 previously unknown targets linked to aneuploidy.
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Chromatin landscape and epigenetic heterogeneity of acute myeloid leukaemia
New research into the chromatin landscape of acute myeloid leukaemia is revealing previously unidentified epigenetic subgroups.
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How a new fungal genome-editing tool could open fresh paths to cancer treatments
A prime‑editing tool for filamentous fungi is producing novel anti‑cancer compounds, drawing biotech attention.
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Lamprey brain atlas reveals 450-million-year blueprint of vertebrate brains
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DNA editing of human embryos reignites debate over designer babies
The identification of a master gene governing early human development is colliding with advancements in CRISPR precision, sparking new ethical debates.
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Human DNA can survive on cave walls for thousands of years, opening new window into prehistory
Scientists can now recover ancient human DNA from cave walls, unlocking secrets of prehistoric visitors.
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Genetic diversity of late Neanderthals in northwestern Europe
New ancient DNA analysis reveals that the last Neanderthals in northwestern Europe were more genetically diverse and connected than previously thought.
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New DNA study of Neanderthals bolsters suspicions of human-driven extinction
Recent DNA analysis of late-surviving Neanderthals challenges traditional extinction theories by ruling out inbreeding as the primary doom.
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Your Taste For Onions May Reveal Something About Your Future Health
New research suggests a potential genetic link between an individual's preference for onions and their risk profile for diabetes and blood pressure.
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Sleep Habits Determine If Your Genes Accelerate Alzheimer’s
Recent research links specific sleep patterns and genetic predispositions to the acceleration of Alzheimer’s disease and cognitive decline.
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Humans May Soon Be Able to Regrow Body Parts—Including Fingers and Limbs—Thanks to a Groundbreaking Serum
Recent scientific discoveries involving a groundbreaking serum and specific genes suggest humans might eventually regrow lost limbs.
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Denisovan DNA influences the immune systems of modern Oceanians
Research indicates that Denisovan genetic material continues to impact the immune responses of individuals in the South Pacific.
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Humans may have hidden regenerative powers
6 news sources are covering this Science story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
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A Deadly Outbreak of Plague, Nearly 5,000 Years Before the Black Death
Ancient DNA analysis identifies a plague outbreak dating back 5,500 years, predating the Black Death by nearly five millennia.
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Blood test can find thousands of genetic conditions in pregnancy, say scientists
A new non-invasive prenatal blood test is capable of screening for thousands of genetic conditions, matching the accuracy of traditional invasive methods.
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Genetically modified worms can now produce and deliver drugs inside a living body, scientists say
Researchers are developing genetically modified hookworms capable of producing and delivering therapeutic agents directly within a living host.
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Uninherited parental genes leave lasting imprint on children's lives - News-Medical
A new analytical framework reveals that children are shaped by parental DNA that they did not directly inherit.
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Decades-old puzzle solved as scientists uncover cause of inflammatory bowel disease
A genetic link to IBD has been pinpointed after decades of uncertainty—here’s what’s driving the breakthrough