Scientists have completed a wide-ranging set of studies documenting how small changes in DNA sequence can impact gene expression across…
FABP4: Preschool-aged biomarker discovered for autism spectrum disorder
Researchers have discovered a biomarker that can detect autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in preschool-aged children. The new study found that…
Seeing the eye like never before
In a big step for ophthalmology, scientists created a method to view the inner workings of the eye and its…
Colors evoke similar feelings around the world
People all over the world associate colors with emotions. In fact, people from different parts of the world often associate…
How coronavirus took hold in North America and in Europe
Early interventions were effective at stamping out coronavirus infections before they spread, according to a new study. Combining virus genomics…
How loss of single gene fuels deadly childhood brain cancer
Researchers describe how the functional loss of a single gene negatively impacts neural development and promotes the growth of a…
Nonharmful stress protects against disease in offspring
Researchers report what is believed to be the first study in a mammalian model documenting the reprogramming of heritability to…
Loss of a pet can potentially trigger mental health issues in children
The death of a family pet can trigger a sense of grief in children that is profound and prolonged, and…
Emotion vocabulary reflects state of well-being
The vast way in which you describe your emotions can reveal your lived experience and wellness status.
The Causes of Estrangement, and How Families Heal
For those who reconcile with estranged relatives, the key is “letting go of the attempt to have the other person…