The Privacy Dangers of Autopsy Genetic Testing
Without safeguards, the privacy of the family of the deceased is at risk. By Michael White (Photo: stillugly/Flickr)…
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The Genetics of Type 2 Diabetes Is a Mess
A recent study shows why genetic advances in medicine are so challenging. By Michael White (Photo: samazgor/Flickr) The…
How Your Electronic Health Records Could Change Genetics Research
A study of Neanderthal genes demonstrates the research power of electronic health records.
The Unique Flexibility of the Human Brain
Scientists find that, compared to our closest primate relatives, the landscape of the human brain is exceptionally sensitive to external influences.
The Messy, Complicated Nature of Assisted Reproductive Technology
As we wrote earlier this year, the technology can be used in a plethora of positive ways, but there is far from a legal consensus.
Five Studies: New Approaches in Treating Addiction as a Disease
The disease model of addiction offers addicts several ways forward—including getting drunk to beat alcoholism.
The Importance of Diversity to an Animal’s Survival
To better understand endangered species, study their genetics.
Why We Should Think Twice About Giving Genetic Tests to Our Kids
Genetic tests are becoming increasingly common, but a major medical organization argues that we should be cautious about testing children.
The Complicated Science—and Conflict—Behind Identifying the First Native Americans
Genetic studies of living Native Americans and ancient remains are revising our theories about America’s first inhabitants.
Genes May Cause Educational Struggles for More People Than We Ever Expected
A study finds a new link between mutations and intellectual disability, but that doesn’t mean we should ignore non-genetic factors.