Diseases & Disorders

Articles that explore the connection between epigenetics and diseases and disorders, including cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, autoimmune disease, and more.

Epigenetic Changes in Immune Cells Linked to Alzheimer’s Disease

Alzheimer's disease is a degenerative brain disorder that impacts millions globally. While the exact cause of the disease is still…

3 weeks ago

DNA Methylation’s Role in Preventing Cleft Lip and Palate

Cleft lip and palate stand out as the most prevalent craniofacial birth anomalies worldwide, affecting approximately 1 in 700 newborns.…

2 months ago

Type 2 Diabetes Linked with Epigenetic Changes

Diabetes is a widespread health issue that affects millions of people worldwide. The disease is complex and can develop due…

2 months ago

Epigenetic Study Unveils Vital Role of Housekeeping Genetic Elements and Potential for Cancer Therapy

Advancements in technology have opened doors for scientists to delve deep into the complex world of genetic control elements, unveiling…

3 months ago

Twins Study Reveals Epigenetic Signature Linked to Obesity

Obesity stands as a multifaceted health concern affecting millions worldwide. While diet and lifestyle play pivotal roles, researchers are now…

4 months ago

Epigenetic Changes Dictate Cancer’s Course

Understanding the intricate interplay between genetics and cancer progression has long captivated the scientific community. While genetic mutations have been…

5 months ago

AI Detects Disease Clues from DNA Methylation Data

Artificial intelligence (AI) holds immense potential to transform healthcare by unraveling intricate patterns within complex biological data, laying the foundation…

6 months ago

Epigenetic study uncovers non-coding Alzheimer’s-related genetic variants

In the ongoing pursuit of understanding Alzheimer's disease (AD), scientists are taking a closer look at the genetic landscape. Their…

6 months ago

Unveiling the Epigenetic Mechanism Behind Immune Memory & T-Cell Dysfunction

One remarkable trait of the immune system is its ability to remember past encounters with harmful pathogens, like viruses, parasites,…

8 months ago

Reversing Fate: Exploiting Epigenetics to Treat Drug Resistance in Cancer

All cancerous tumors exhibit these reversible epigenetic changes that could represent novel reprogrammable targets to address drug resistance (1). Recent…

10 months ago