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Genetics made simple for curious minds

Genetics isn’t just for scientists in labs — it’s the story of who we are, how we function, and why we’re unique. From the way traits are inherited to how DNA folds in 3D to control gene activity, ...
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(Almost) Everything You Learned About Genetics Is Wrong

Think traits like eye color or tongue-rolling are simple genetics? Think again. Think traits like eye color or tongue-rolling are simple genetics? Think again. From Mendel’s peas to modern DNA science ...
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Study finds knowledge of genetics and genomic medicine crucial for mental health providers to deliver informed, personalized care

San Diego—March 26, 2025– In a manuscript published today in the American Journal of Psychiatry titled Psychiatric Genetics in Clinical Practice: Essential Knowledge for Mental Health Professionals, ...
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Obesity Risk Can Now Be Identified In Childhood Thanks To A Simple Genetic Test

With over 40% of American adults considered obese, and that statistic alone accounting for almost $180 billion of medical expenditure per year according to the CDC, it’s clear that weight is a ...
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Proteogenomics Algorithm Improves the Detection of Hidden Genetic Mutations

Proteogenomics explores how genetic information translates into protein expression and function, and the role of changes across DNA, RNA, and proteins in influencing disease development and ...