#DidYouKnow A massive study of 16,000 ancient genomes shows that natural selection in humans has actually accelerated since the last Ice Age. Over 7,000 genetic locations show signs of recent directional selection for traits like health span and immunity. 🦴🌍 #Anthropology #Genomics

A genome-wide study has identified the first genetic variants linked to frailty in older adults, suggesting that immune system and brain functions play a key role in its development. www.labroots.com/trending/gen...

#DidYouKnow Any two humans are 99.9% genetically identical. The incredible diversity we see in the world—from height to hair color to disease risk—is driven by that tiny 0.1% difference in our 3 billion base pairs. 🌍🧬 #Humanity #Genomics #Diversity

Scientists Develop a Tool to Silence the Down's Syndrome Chromosome | Around one in every 640 births are impacted by Down’s, according to the National Down Syndrome Society, and it is the most common chromosomal abnormality. www.labroots.com/trending/gen...

#DidYouKnow If you unraveled all the DNA in your cells, it would stretch about 110 billion miles—reaching the sun and back over 600 times!

A new review suggests that current amyloid-beta targeting drugs provide only minimal clinical benefits for Alzheimer’s patients despite their high costs and risks. www.labroots.com/trending/dru...

A study of two million people found a 42% genetic overlap between mental and physical disorders, suggesting they are molecularly interconnected rather than separate classes of disease. www.labroots.com/trending/cel...

The Japanese practice of hara hachi bu, which involves eating until only 80% full, promotes longevity and better heart health by encouraging mindful consumption and sustainable weight management. www.labroots.com/trending/car...

An analysis of over 18,000 patients has identified several novel rare gene variants linked to ALS, increasing the proportion of cases with a known genetic cause from 20% to 25%. www.labroots.com/trending/gen...

A new study suggests that cancer patients who prioritize quality of life over aggressive treatments that solely focus on prolonging survival may experience better emotional well-being and fewer late-stage medical interventions. www.labroots.com/trending/can...

Research indicates that the modern loss of intestinal parasites may increase autoimmune risks, though the anti-inflammatory benefits of reintroducing them depend on a high-fiber diet to prevent the worms from becoming inactive. www.labroots.com/trending/mic...

Research published in Cell indicates that high doses of vitamin B3 can effectively treat NAXD deficiency, a rare and typically fatal metabolic disorder, bypassing genetic defects to restore biochemical function. www.labroots.com/trending/cel...

Dr. Carrie Cuttler: “Beef jerky was one of the No. 1 things intoxicated people gravitated toward, which I don’t understand. Honestly, I would have thought chocolate, chips, Rice Krispies treats—things like that.” www.labroots.com/trending/can...

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Researchers found that the Agouti gene acts as a molecular switch in the brain of African striped mice to control paternal care, with lower levels driving nurturing behavior and higher levels causing neglect. www.labroots.com/trending/gen...

Recent research shows how hundreds of different mutations in a key cancer-linked gene can variably boost tumor-driving signaling and thus help explain how specific genetic changes promote uncontrolled cancer growth. www.labroots.com/trending/gen...

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Dr. Katherine Roe (@katherineroe.bsky.social) went from neuroscience research at Johns Hopkins and the NIH to PETA. In The Life of Her Mind S2, Ep. 5, she explains the shift- and why she thinks emerging technologies can end animal testing 🎧 Listen now: www.labroots.com/podcast-seri...

Cells can adapt to aging by remodeling their endoplasmic reticulum through ER-phagy, selectively degrading parts of this organelle as they age—a process that could potentially be targeted to influence age-related decline. www.labroots.com/trending/cel...

Scientists found “odd” RNA caps that change how genes start transcription, revealing a new layer of gene regulation—especially during cellular stress. www.labroots.com/trending/cel...