News & Reviews

Popular Herbicide May Epigenetically Promote Health Problems In Descendants

For decades, farmers and homeowners alike have been eradicating unwanted weeds and vegetation with Roundup. While it’s been an effective…

5 years ago

Scientists Design a Genomic Atlas for Studying Epigenetic Variation in Disease

Thirty years ago, many scientists believed that mapping the human genome would be the key to ending all diseases. We…

5 years ago

Stem Cells Obtained From Menstrual Blood May Epigenetically Inhibit Liver Cancer

Menstruation is a normal and natural part of human life. In most cases, it signifies a healthy reproductive system and…

5 years ago

Potential Epigenetic Avenues for ALS Relief

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), perhaps more commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, is a devastating neurological disease that ultimately leads…

5 years ago

Epigenome Map of Cell May Help Show Cancer Evolution & Drug Resistance

Due to its widespread impact across various developed countries and cultures, cancer has been the focus of an ever-increasing number…

5 years ago

Epigenetic Age Linked to Allergic Conditions in Children

The number of children diagnosed with asthma and allergies has risen tremendously in the last few decades, partly because of…

5 years ago

Epigenetics May Help Explain Degrading Eyesight

As we get older, our bodies begin to wear out and lose the ability to function as well as they…

5 years ago

Neurotransmitter Serotonin is Welcomed as a Potentially New Epigenetic Mark

The neurotransmitter serotonin (also known as 5-hydroxytryptamine (5-HT)) has an absolute vast array of functions across the human body. Most…

5 years ago

Epigenetics Involved in Improving COPD Treatment

Breathing can be difficult for millions of people around the world who have COPD. While there are available treatments that…

5 years ago

Teen Drinking Could Epigenetically Hinder Brain Development

Alcohol is likely the most used and abused substance in the world. It’s fine to have a few cocktails or…

5 years ago