Weizmann Institute study finds genetics may account for about 50 percent of human lifespan, more than double previous estimates.

Livestock breeders could soon have more tools to improve the health and quality of their animals, thanks to a recent study ...

A new study reveals all five fundamental nucleobases – the molecular “letters” of life – have been detected in samples from ...

Many MS genetic risk factors are shared across ancestral backgrounds, but European-focused studies may miss others, per a study.

Parkinson's disease is the fastest growing neurological disorder, with more than 10 million cases worldwide. Up to 150,000 ...

A new study adds to a growing body of evidence that suggests asteroid impacts played a critical role in the emergence of life ...

A new study of German twins suggests that the strong connection between a young adult's cognitive ability and their future ...

Scientists say that 55 percent of differences in human lifespan are due to genetic makeup, much more than previously believed ...

Researchers have identified a distinct and reproducible gene expression program associated with neurotransmission in the ...

A recent study published in the American Journal of Human Biology suggests that a genetic preference for immediate rewards is linked to less education and earlier parenthood. This provides evidence ...