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·September 28, 2016·6 min read

Epigenetic Clock Predicts Life Expectancy

Researchers have developed an 'epigenetic clock' that calculates the biological age of a person from a blood sample and can estimate the person's life span.

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·September 28, 2016·2 min read

New Insight into Eye Disease

Researchers transfer genes into muller glial cells to activate stem cells properties and cause them to reproduce.

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·September 27, 2016·3 min read

Genetic Switch Decides Between Genome Repair and Cell Death

Researchers have identified a mechanism that integrates signals from the ongoing repair process and the cell death machinery.

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·September 26, 2016·5 min read

Gene Regulation in Brain May Explain Repetitive Behaviors in Rett Syndrome Patients

A new study reports a protein associated with Rett syndrome is also among a group of three proteins that affect the function of a gene previously linked to OCD.

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·September 26, 2016·3 min read

The Language of Senses

Researchers have identified gene expression signatures common to sensory processing that facilitates the brain's interpretation of sensory input.

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·September 25, 2016·4 min read

New Explanation For Symptoms of Fragile X

A new study looks at some of the underlying causes of fragile X syndrome and offers suggestions for new treatment targets.

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·September 23, 2016·6 min read

Researchers Successfully Transplant iPSC Derived Retinal Cells from One Monkey to Another Without Rejection

Researchers report they have successfully transplanted retinal pigment cells derived from stem cells without rejection or the need of immunosuppressant drugs.

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·September 22, 2016·6 min read

“Sixth Sense” May Be More Than Just a Feeling

Researchers believe the PIEZO2 gene may control specific aspects of human touch and proprioception.

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·September 20, 2016·4 min read

Potential Signature of Cognitive Function in HIV Patients Identified

Researchers have discovered a unique epigenetic footprint in specific immune cells that can identify people with HIV who have impaired cognitive function.

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·September 20, 2016·5 min read

Loneliness is a Heritable Trait

According to a new study, the risk for feeling lonely is partially due to genetics and these genes are also associated with neuroticism and depression.