Natalie Crowley

DNA Methylation Changes in the Aging Gut May Help Drive Cancer Risk

The human gut is one of the body’s fastest-renewing tissues. Every few days, new cells are produced from intestinal stem…

3 weeks ago

Researchers Find Violence Can Leave an Epigenetic Mark on Future Generations

Trauma can leave lasting effects on the body and mind. But could the biological impact of violence reach beyond the…

4 weeks ago

Fathers’ Teenage Weight May Leave an Epigenetic Mark on Future Children

A father’s health before conception may play a larger role in a child’s future biology than once thought. While much…

1 month ago

Cannabis Use Leaves a Lasting Mark on the Epigenome

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

2 years ago

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

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

2 years ago

Chronic Hepatitis C Leaves Lasting Epigenetic Scars

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

2 years ago

Synergistic Epigenetic Medications Show Promise in Colorectal Cancer and Beyond

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

2 years ago

Epigenetic Insights for Targeting Alzheimer’s Disease

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

2 years ago

Researchers Unlock the Mysteries of Epigenetic Inheritance

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

2 years ago

Common Flame Retardant Alters the Epigenome of Aquatic Organisms

Flame retardants are ubiquitous chemicals added to numerous consumer products to prevent the spread of fire. While they are essential…

2 years ago