Aging men often lose the Y chromosome in a growing number of their cells—and it may be far more dangerous than once believed. This loss has been linked to heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer’s, and ...

When closely related species mate, their offspring sometimes survive but cannot reproduce. This pattern often affects males ...

Doctors explain why women face a higher risk of autoimmune diseases like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis and thyroid disorders, ...

For sexual reproduction to yield healthy offspring, newly generated oocytes—immature egg cells—must receive the correct amount of DNA after cell division. This process of segregating chromosomes ...

Researchers created artificial kinetochore structures that reduce chromosome separation errors during meiosis in aging egg cells. By lowering microtubule pulling force, the approach helped maintain ...

Preconception carrier screening helps couples identify hidden genetic risks and consider safer pregnancy planning options.

The symptoms are usually seen between 18 and 36 months of age, although there is a wide range of presentation, which is often classified in severe and attenuated forms.

Despite modern high-throughput sequencing, the genetic cause of most rare movement disorders remains unclear. A research team in Bochum and Tübingen has now solved one piece of the puzzle: The ...

March 16 (Reuters) - BioMarin Pharmaceutical will discontinue mid-stage trials of its bone disorder treatment after reports of several cases of patients' hip joint slipping out of place, the drugmaker ...

Despite modern high-throughput sequencing, the genetic cause of most rare movement disorders remains unclear. A research team in Bochum and Tübingen has now solved one piece of the puzzle: The ...

Researchers have identified a distinct and reproducible gene expression program associated with neurotransmission in the ...

A mum has given an insight into her daughter’s life, who is left locked in her body due to a “devastating” rare condition.