Primary cilia play a powerful role in how cells sense their surroundings. They help guide embryo development and ensure ...

Micronutrients, minerals that are part of the human diet in small amounts, may have influenced human evolution more than ...

New research suggests that the evolution of the human brain may explain why autism is more common in humans than in other ...

Micronutrients, vitamins and minerals that are part of the human diet in small amounts, may have influenced human evolution ...

A global study shows human DNA adapted to local minerals like zinc, iodine, and magnesium, shaped by diet and soil.

The giant DNA loops were discovered through a careful study of saliva samples from 56 volunteers, with further tests ...

Bioethics debates intensify as scientists experiment with designer babies, synthetic embryos, and genetic editing.

Summary: A new study suggests that autism may be linked to the rapid evolution of brain cell types unique to humans.

The cerebellum, a brain region located at the back of the head that has long been known to support the coordination of muscle ...

Genetic counseling is crucial for expectant mothers and families to make informed decisions about genetic diseases. Learn about the benefits and importance.

Globally, autism affects about 1 in 100 children, according to the World Health Organization. In the U.S., the rate is closer ...

A new genome-wide study uncovers evidence of the first three-way relationships between human genetic variation, variation in the fungal component of the human microbiome - known as the mycobiome - and ...