Father’s Exposure to Phthalates Impact Epigenetic Marks on Sperm DNA

8 years ago

New epigenetic research conducted by scientists at the University of Massachusetts suggests that a father’s environment can affect the health…

Exploring the Possibility of Extending Lifespan Using Epigenetic Drift

8 years ago

Nearly a century ago, researchers discovered that cutting calorie intake was actually able to extend lifespan in various animal species.…

Down a Path of Epigenetic Destruction: Smoking Cigarettes Adjusts Critical Marks on DNA

8 years ago

You can now add “harmful changes to your DNA” to the long list of reasons to quit smoking cigarettes, along…

Epigenetic Research for Space Exploration

8 years ago

Sixty years ago this October, a tiny little beach ball-sized satellite named Sputnik would usher in the beginning of the…

Vitamin D Adjusts Epigenetic Marks That Could Hinder A Baby’s Health

8 years ago

Even though it’s common for expectant mothers to have low vitamin D levels, it’s essential to the health and proper…

An Unlikely Savior: Vinegar Might Epigenetically Protect Plants From Drought

8 years ago

Climate change is undoubtedly one of the greatest threats facing both plants and animals alike. With rising temperatures and irregular…

Blocking a Specific Epigenetic Enzyme Could Prevent Diabetic-Related Heart Failure

8 years ago

Heart disease has been singled out as the leading cause of death among people with diabetes. It’s estimated that 68…

Pregnant Moms’ Exposure to Pollution May Epigenetically Increase Child’s Asthma Susceptibility

8 years ago

Exposure to environmental pollution, such as diesel exhaust or concentrated urban air particles, during pregnancy could increase a child’s risk…

‘Magical’ Mushroom Could Fight off Cancer with Epigenetics

8 years ago

A certain type of mushroom might epigenetically prevent tumor growth, according to a study published in the Journal of Cancer…

Using Epigenetics to Combat a Terrible Neglected Tropical Disease

8 years ago

A small freshwater parasite burrows into the bare skin of an unsuspecting swimmer and enters their bloodstream. Once inside the…