genes Archive
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Age-Fighting Mutation Found in an Amish Community
Posted on December 14, 2017 | No CommentsPeople live messy lives: they make complex choices about what to eat, who to start a family with, and generally how to live their lives. […] -
Genome of Arabica coffee revealed for all to see
Posted on January 16, 2017 | No CommentsCoffee, the staple drink of millions worldwide, has had its secrets unravelled. The genome of the high quality coffee species Coffea arabica has recently been […] -
Immunity and the Genetic Seasons: Gene Function Varies Throughout The Year
Posted on May 18, 2015 | 1 CommentDifferent seasons could affect the function of up to a quarter of human genes, suggests a study published in Nature Communications last week. The activity […] -
The Placebome: Genetic Susceptibility to the Placebo Effect
Posted on April 26, 2015 | No CommentsA review of studies into the placebo effect published last week suggests that there may be up to 11 different genes involved in an individual’s […] -
Alcoholism Recovery Linked to Genetics
Posted on November 11, 2014 | No CommentsNew research from Mayo Clinic, Minesota, suggests the presence of a certain genetic marker can determine how well individuals will benefit from treatment for alcoholism. […]