Which genes are required for turning embryonic stem cells into brain cells, and what happens when this process goes wrong? In ...

A massive gene experiment exposed how the brain builds itself, and uncovered a hidden cause of severe developmental issues.

An international research team identified hundreds of genes essential for the development of brain cells, including one gene ...

By editing thousands of genes in mouse stem cells, the scientists identified a list of over 300 that are crucial for neural differentiation.

People usually expect resemblance to show up early. The baby looks like this parent or that one, and everyone settles the ...

A sweeping genetic screen reveals how the brain is built and exposes a hidden gene behind a newly discovered childhood brain ...

Research on Brazil’s supercentenarians reveals how genetic diversity, immunity, and resilience may allow some people to live ...

Scientists are uncovering why Brazil may be one of the most important yet underused resources for studying extreme longevity.

Every time you look in the mirror, you are seeing the legacy of an extinct cousin. A small but influential fraction of your ...

A new study published suggests that the connection between coronary artery calcification—a measure of calcium buildup in the ...