Your longevity may be tied to your parents, but not through DNA

Could your parents' lifestyle choices affect how long you live? And could this effect not be directly related to your genes? Scientists studying my favourite roundworm (C. elegans) have discovered a surprising…

DNA i-motifs, 50.000 loops with unknown function

Long-term, low dose THC can improve cognitive decline in mice

Aborted clinical trials: what genetics has to say

Ancient viral DNA appears connected to some psychiatric conditions

Sexual differences in pain sensation could be due to differing pain receptors

Is handwriting better than typing for learning?

Cells in human amniotic fluid used to build “mini organs”

Stopping jumping genes could increase lifespan, at least in worms