While scientists have known for more than two decades that all cells use a strategy called RNA interference to regulate gene ...

A molecule once thought to be a harmful metabolic byproduct may play a crucial role in early development and gene regulation, ...

Much of the phenotypic variation that is observed within and between species is the result of differences in gene regulation: specifically when, where and how much the genes are expressed. Given the ...

“This is the first detailed study of how and where ORC regulates epigenetics and gene expression in human cells,” said Anindya Dutta, Ph.D., leader of the study and chair of the University of Alabama ...

Genes undergo extensive editing through a process called alternative splicing, which greatly increases the size of the ...

A rapidly advancing area of biomedical innovation is shining a spotlight on miR-128-3p, a small yet powerful molecule with the potential to reshape how diseases—especially cancer—are detected, ...

New research suggests grapes may help switch on your skin’s natural defense systems against sun damage. Credit: Shutterstock New research suggests grapes may offer surprising benefits for skin health ...

Our brain is arguably the organ that most distinguishes humans from other primates. Its exceptional size, complexity and capabilities far exceed those of any other species on Earth. Yet humans share ...