Scarred For Life: The Epigenetics of Fear

7 years ago
Lisa Fox

When someone is truly scared or traumatized, they might say they were “scarred for life”. While this might seem like…

The Epigenetic Benefits of Your Thanksgiving Feast

11 years ago

Thanksgiving is a time for people to come together to share what they are thankful for, enjoy each other’s company…

The Autophagy Advantage: Epigenetics, Cellular Cleanup, and Longevity

10 months ago

Autophagy is the eukaryotic cell’s waste management system; it collects and recycles damaged organelles and proteins. Unlike eukaryotic cells, bacteria…

A New Epigenetic Switch for Early Embryonic Development

11 months ago

For decades, scientists have been unraveling the intricate mechanisms that govern gene expression. While DNA methylation has long been recognized…

Caloric Restriction May Unlock Epigenetic Secrets to Longevity

12 months ago

“To lengthen thy life, lessen thy meals.” - Benjamin Franklin. For millennia, fasting has been lauded as a path to…

Cannabis Use Leaves a Lasting Mark on the Epigenome

1 year ago

With the rising prevalence and legalization of cannabis worldwide, understanding its biological impact—especially on mental health—has become increasingly urgent. Research…

Linking the Brain & Heart: How Epigenetics Connects Stroke to Cardiovascular Disease

1 year ago

Strokes have long been associated with acute brain injury, but their effects extend far beyond the initial event, influencing long-term…

Chronic Hepatitis C Leaves Lasting Epigenetic Scars

1 year ago

Hepatitis C is a silent yet formidable liver infection caused by the hepatitis C virus (HCV). Unlike its acute form,…

Synergistic Epigenetic Medications Show Promise in Colorectal Cancer and Beyond

1 year ago

Colorectal cancer ranks as the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States, presenting a multifaceted challenge influenced…

Epigenetic Insights for Targeting Alzheimer’s Disease

1 year ago

The recent FDA approval of Donanemab has sparked celebration within the Alzheimer's research community, offering significant hope by slowing cognitive…

Artificial Intelligence and GPT-Powered Skin Epigenetics: Applications in Personalized Skincare

2 years ago

Epigenetics refers to the modifications of DNA by adding chemical tags, which switch genes on and off without altering the…

Researchers Unlock the Mysteries of Epigenetic Inheritance

2 years ago

Understanding trait inheritance is crucial for unraveling the complexities of life's blueprint and how it shapes the world around us.…