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

Explore the latest news and discoveries in human genetics, which explores how the molecular DNA sequences of our genomes shape our bodies, minds and health. From uncovering the causes of genetic ...

It has been suggested that the human species may be undergoing an evolutionary transition in individuality (ETI). But there is disagreement about how to apply the ETI framework to our species, and ...

The American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) conference kicks off this week in Denver, CO. Before we packed our bags, GEN chatted with Bruce Gelb, MD, director of the Center for Molecular Cardiology, ...

Mistakes in the paper version of the Encyclopædia Britannica took a long time to correct – years often passed between revised editions – but these days editing information is much easier. In ...