News & Reviews

Fetal Development Epigenetically Influenced by Exposure to a Widespread Chemical in Plastic

Evidence on the negative impact of the environmentally ubiquitous chemical, bisphenol-A (BPA), continues to mount. Previous research has shown that…

8 years ago

Arthritic Joints May Need Different Treatments Due to Diverse Epigenetic Signatures

Arthritis is a widespread, debilitating disease characterized by inflammation of the joints. It affects at least 52 million adults in…

8 years ago

Epigenetic Differences Found between Office Workers and Nickel Smelting Workers

It’s possible that someone’s occupation could have an influence on their epigenetic signature and potentially their well-being. Some people may…

8 years ago

Overweight Fathers May Epigenetically Increase Their Daughters’ Risk of Breast Cancer

Although we typically think the mother has a large impact on her child’s health, epigenetic research is beginning to suggest…

8 years ago

Epigenetic Gift of Gab: Could Chemical Tags on DNA Influence a Person’s Social Skills?

Do you think of yourself as an extravert or introvert – or perhaps somewhere in between? Although the meaning behind…

8 years ago

Exercise Linked to Epigenetic Benefits that Keep the Brain Healthy

When was the last time you exercised? Was it yesterday, a few weeks ago… or maybe a few months ago?…

8 years ago

Air Pollution Found to Alter Important Epigenetic Mark

Air pollution is not only a significant threat to our environment, but also to our health. Ranging from vehicles to…

8 years ago

Poor Socioeconomic Status May Leave Epigenetic Mark on Gene Linked to Depression

Could there be connections between socio-economic status, epigenetics, and one’s likelihood of developing depression? Previous and current research has long…

8 years ago

Dad’s Life Experiences May Epigenetically Influence His Children’s Health

Mothers have often – unfortunately and unfairly – had to carry the burden of being “to blame” for any of…

8 years ago

Could Common Chemicals Tip the Epigenetic Balance and Program Someone for Obesity?

We’ve all heard of the risks of the BPA, or Bisphenol A, a chemical used to make durable plastics. BPA…

8 years ago