The X contains more genes related to brain function than does any other chromosome. “The X chromosome may be a treasure trove ...

The articles in this special issue highlight the diversity and complexity of research into reproductive health, including the need for a better understanding of the fundamental biology of reproduction ...

A UCSF study reveals that maternal X chromosome expression may accelerate brain aging and cognitive decline. Female mice with ...

Women have fewer non-crossover recombinatios, but their frequency increases with age, which may help explain why older maternal age is associated with higher risks of pregnancy complications and ...

Serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25(OH)D) levels in maternal and cord blood were measured using a competitive protein-binding assay. DNA was extracted from cord blood samples, and methylation was ...

This renders either the maternal X (X m) chromosome or the paternal X (X p) chromosome inactive, causing X mosaicism that varies between female individuals, with some showing considerable or complete ...

Research shows the United States has some of the worst maternal mortality outcomes among wealthy nations. “In a post-George Floyd world, people are more bold and uncompromising,” said Aza ...

When Neandertals were first discovered nearly 170 years ago, the conceptual gap between their lineage and that of modern humans seemed vast. Initially scientists prejudicially believed that the ...

Dunn, recently carried out a study exploring how DNA methylation, an epigenetic modification that entails the addition of a methyl group to the DNA, contributes to the well-documented relationship ...

This guideline covers nutrition and weight management in pregnancy for anyone who may become pregnant, is planning to become pregnant or is already pregnant, and nutrition in children up to 5 years.

DNA damage can last unrepaired for years, changing our view of mutations In a paradigm shift in how we view mutations, researchers uncover forms of DNA damage in healthy cells that can persist ...