The inclusion of two biologically male fighters into the Olympic female boxing category has sent shockwaves through the world of sports and sparked many questions regarding the athletes’ rare genetic ...

Are you mostly a product of the genes you inherit or your experiences in life? This question intrigues many people, including addiction researchers. In this post, I provide an overview of key research ...

Rett syndrome is a rare developmental disorder, most often due to a mutation in the MECP2 gene on the X chromosome, but it’s not usually inherited. Advances in genetics have launched a new era in ...

Nearly 7 million Americans currently live with Alzheimer’s and by 2060, experts say that number could be as high as 14 ...

What we choose to study—whether fine art or finance—is one of the most influential decisions in our lives. It shapes not only ...

Hair genetics can come from either parent, and multiple genes can determine hair traits, such as color, texture, and growth. Genes can also affect hair loss. Although it can run in families, this is ...