A person’s genes play a far greater role in likely lifespan than previously thought, according to a major new study published ...

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Scientists have long believed that longevity is shaped by lifestyle choices; however, a new study reveals that genes may play a larger role in determining how long people live.

The tool helps scientists understand how single-letter mutations and distant DNA regions influence gene activity, shaping ...

Our genome isn’t as peaceful as it looks—some DNA elements are constantly trying to disrupt it. Scientists studying fruit ...