Quantification and characterization of these multiple HML-2 insertions in the human chromosome has been challenging due to their size, sequence homology with each other, and their repetitive nature.

Feb. 3, 2025 — Researchers have identified a sex chromosome in the California two-spot octopus. This chromosome has likely been around for 480 million years, since before octopuses split apart ...

"Given the fact that the X chromosome is enriched for brain-related genes, it became very important for us to know what roles it might be playing in brain aging," said Samira Abdulai-Saiku, Ph.D ...

The Hochul budget plan, which now goes to state lawmakers to consider, seeks to "create a simplified pari-mutuel tax rate structure" that includes eliminating the "outdated concept" of breakage ...

Summary: New research shows that female mice expressing only a maternal X chromosome experience faster brain aging and cognitive decline compared to those expressing both maternal and paternal X ...

Notably, when PICH is missing, genetic errors are more likely to occur in non-centromeric regions of the DNA due to the breakage of UFBs, leading to dangerous chromosome rearrangements that can ...

Jess advised: "Avoid tight ponytails or buns that can cause breakage, especially at the hairline." The British Skin Foundation warned: "Traction alopecia is a type of hair loss caused by constant ...

Numerous individuals often worry about hair breakage, an issue that can manifest due to a variety of reasons such as heat styling, the application of chemical treatments, or even due to genetic ...