Scientists have uncovered a gut-specific epigenetic aging mechanism that links inflammation and iron imbalance to cancer risk ...

A new CRISPR approach can control genes without cutting DNA, opening a safer path for treating genetic diseases. A newly ...

Tampa (BLOOM) – Understanding the intricate process of aging has been a subject of fascination for scientists and researchers. While aging is a natural part of life, recent studies have shed light on ...

As people grow older, their immune systems do not simply slow down, they often become locked into a simmering, ...

Biologists at Washington University in St. Louis have discovered the origin of a curious duplication that gives plants ...

Genetic methylation tests have made their way from specialized research facilities to home convenience, allowing individuals to delve into the details of their DNA from the comfort of their homes.

Xuehua Zhong (right), professor of biology at WashU, studies the evolutionary strategies that plants use to thrive and survive. She frequently studies Arabidopsis thaliana, or thale cress. Biologists ...