All the cells in an organism have the exact same genetic sequence. What differs across cell types is their ...

Epigenetics may have more control over cancer development than previously thought, according to two papers published simultaneously. An international collaboration of researchers at The Institute of ...

Human Wellness is an area of increased focus and growth – and it is not limited to lycra wearing gym bunnies. Human Wellness is a much more nuanced condition and incorporates mindfulness, walking, ...

Long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) are RNA transcripts longer than 200 nucleotides that do not code for proteins. Once considered mere transcriptional noise, lncRNAs are now known to play vital roles in ...

Our genetic code is set for life, but not all genes are working at all times. The epigenetic code turns genes on and off in response to our environment. TWO WAYS TO SWITCH A GENE ON OR OFF: 1. DNA ...

Arabidopsis thaliana is a small flowering weed that has served as the staple laboratory plant for decades. Arabidopsis tolerates experimental disruptions in epigenetic modifications better than human ...

We don’t know about you, but we spend an awful lot of time thinking about these questions. We often reflect on our lives and how experiences have shaped our paths. We have been taught to consider our ...

There's a new buzzword going around in the world of skin care. Epigenetics, or heritable changes in gene expression, is being touted as the latest trait that can be addressed by skin-care products. It ...