A single microscopic change in our DNA can permanently alter how the brain is built, locking in developmental problems that ...

A vanishingly rare genetic glitch in a single enzyme can erase a newborn’s brain cells in a matter of weeks, leaving doctors ...

Scientists have revealed parts of the genome that are especially vulnerable to mutations that occur very early on in development. These areas are in the initial portions of genes, where the cell tends ...

A microscopic flaw in the brain’s cellular scaffolding can shape brain size for life.

Researchers discovered that tanning beds cause widespread, mutation-laden DNA damage across almost all skin, explaining the ...

Ever looked in the mirror and wondered why you’ve got those tiny cheek holes or why you can see colors your friends can’t? It ...

The prothrombin gene mutation increases your risk of severe blood clots. Medications, regular checkups, and healthy lifestyle habits can help reduce this risk. The prothrombin gene plays a crucial ...

Human cells usually contain two copies of most genes, one of which comes from the mother while the other comes from the father. It's long been thought that usually these two copies, or alleles of ...

During development of the digestive system, a complex network of nerves forms around it, creating a "second brain"—the ...

Researchers linked users to a higher rate of skin cell mutation, especially in places usually protected from sun exposure.