Tiny genetic variations between humans, Neanderthals and Denisovans might not be all they were cracked up to be.

A new study suggests that certain genetic differences, passed down from ancient human ancestors, and exposure to common ...

A genetic variant is likely putting some children suffering with myocarditis—inflammation of the heart muscle—at higher risk ...

An international team of researchers has found a genetic variant that may explain why some people of African ancestry have naturally lower viral loads of HIV, reducing their risk of transmitting the ...

Genetic factors account for much of the variation in personality traits across the lifespan. Shared upbringing plays a ...

Autism spectrum disorder, also known simply as autism or ASD, is a developmental disorder that can vary widely from one patient to another. It can affect how people behave, socialize, or communicate ...

Tiny repeated stretches of DNA in your genome may quietly shape how your body works, how your brain develops and how you respond to disease. A new study from scientists at The Hospital for Sick ...

Despite widespread misconceptions, eating disorders aren’t a choice, they’re serious, potentially life-threatening conditions. While social and environmental factors do influence someone’s risk of ...

Popular genetics tests can’t tell you much about your dog’s personality, according to a recent study. A team of geneticists ...

BHOPAL: Genetic science researchers from across the country have turned their focus to genomic factors that may underlie the ...