Myeloma of sphenoid sinus (photo: Wellcome Images/CC by-nc-nd 4.0) Researchers have identified eight new genetic variations in the human genome that could be linked to an increased risk of developing ...

Population genomics refers to the large-scale study of genetic variation both within and between populations of organisms, such as humans. “Population genomics, in its simplest form, requires genetic ...

Currently, there are several hypotheses surrounding the disappearance of Neanderthals. While they all have at least some scientific support, researchers can't agree on which—or which combination—is ...

Genetics may explain why children who live in homes without fathers have sex at a younger age than others, according to a report published today. The study, published in the American journal Child ...