A pioneering genetic study by Dr Hans Eiberg and his colleagues at the University of Copenhagen has traced the lineage of all ...

Seattle doctors developed a blood test that determines the parental origin of the RB1 mutation in retinoblastoma.

Blue eyes have captivated humans for centuries - but how did this rare eye colour come about, and why are people with blue ...

From iconic historical figures to Hollywood stars - blue eyes have always been 'in'. Yet, few will have guessed they ...

A new study reveals that the maternal X chromosome may accelerate brain ageing and increase Alzheimer's risk. Experiments on ...

New research is offering deeper insights into the role of the active X chromosome and its effects on brain health.

The maternal X chromosome sped up biological ageing in the hippocampus - a brain area crucial for learning and memory.

A study finds that female mice using only a maternal X chromosome experience faster brain aging, leading to memory loss.

Scientists at deCODE genetics/Amgen have constructed a complete map of how human DNA is mixed as it is passed down during reproduction.

Researchers at deCODE genetics have developed a groundbreaking DNA map, revealing the intricate process of genetic recombination during reproduction. This map highlights areas of DNA that undergo ...

Researchers found that female mice using only maternal X chromosomes showed faster cognitive decline, which could help ...

Researchers aim to continue studying the role of the X chromosome in brain aging, and whether it can explain people’s risk of ...