Lack of varied seasons and temperatures in tropical mountains have led to species that are highly…
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Tracking down microRNA candidates that can contribute to disease
A novel computational tool called ADmiRE extensively annotates human microRNA variants to determine which ones are…
Impact of opioid epidemic on children varies by state
Each state takes a different approach on how it tries to stem the impact of opioid…
Tiny thorn snail discovered in Panama’s backyard
Five years after one particular tiny thorn snail from Panama was identified as new to science,…
Novel mutation affecting YARS causes multisystem disease
Researchers have identified a novel missense mutation in tyrosyl-tRNA synthetase (YARS c.499C>A, p.Pro167Thr) that causes a…
Artificial intelligence predicts Alzheimer’s years before diagnosis
Artificial intelligence (AI) technology improves the ability of brain imaging to predict Alzheimer's disease, according to…
Family tree of 400 million people shows genetics has limited influence on longevity
Although long life tends to run in families, genetics has far less influence on life span…
Mothers prefer daughters and fathers prefer sons
A research group has studied whether parents' gender preferences and investment in offspring are affected by…
Risk factors of type 2 diabetes and CVD accumulate in children with poor aerobic fitness
Risk factors of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease accumulate in children who have poor aerobic…
Trying to understand cells’ interior design
Scientists have explained how liquid-like droplets made of proteins and DNA form in vitro. Currently, there…