Female mammals typically carry two X chromosomes — one from each parent — and a new study suggests that the maternal X is ...

Researchers at the Crick have uncovered which genes on the Y chromosome regulate the development of sperm and impact fertility in male mice. This research could help us understand why some men don’t ...

New research suggests that brain ageing might be influenced by genetic factors passed down from your mother, raising ...

Researchers have made an exciting discovery about how human cells protect DNA during cell division, offering new insights into combating diseases such as cancer. The research uncovers the vital role ...

A UCSF study reveals that maternal X chromosome expression may accelerate brain aging and cognitive decline. Female mice with ...

New research shows that female mice expressing only a maternal X chromosome experience faster brain aging and cognitive ...

Human artificial chromosomes (HACs) and gene therapy represent a promising frontier in genetic research and treatment. HACs are engineered structures that can carry large segments of human DNA ...

Maternal DNA, particularly the X chromosome, significantly influences a baby’s brain development and aging. Genetic ...

Researchers at The University of Hong Kong (HKU) have made an exciting discovery about how human cells protect DNA during ...

SMC proteins can reverse direction, reshaping DNA and solving key scientific debates. This discovery could impact research on ...