Genetics

Mammals June 7

New study reveals how humans harnessed the lineage of ancient horses, scientists say

Scientists have traced the ancestry of the modern horse to a lineage that emerged 4,200 years ago and quickly became dominant across Eurasia, new research shows.

US February 24

Remains of Oregon teenager identified after 54 years using advanced genetic genealogy

Teenager Sandra Young's remains were found in 1970, but not identified until last fall using genetic genealogy.

HEALTH February 12

Presidential depression and Abraham Lincoln’s struggle with ‘melancholy’: What historians know

Ohio clinical psychotherapist and chemical and behavioral addiction specialist Dr. Chris Tuell shares his insights on former President Abraham Lincoln's history of depression.

BEAUTY AND SKIN December 26

If you or your children have freckles, here's what your skin is trying to tell you

Genetics and sun exposure play a role in freckles on the skin — here's why some people have them and others don’t, and what your skin may be trying to tell you, according to dermatologists.

LIFESTYLE December 12

What determines the size of our feet? Here's what goes into it — and what can change it

How is foot size determined — and what do you need to know about it? A doctor of podiatric medicine weighed in on the facts about feet and how we need to take care of them.

HEALTH November 17

Kids’ sleep problems could be inherited, new research suggests

For the 30% of children who have problems falling or staying asleep, their genes may be to blame, according to a 15-year study published in the Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry.

HEALTH November 9

Lung cancer pill shows 'earth-shattering' results in 5-year study: 'An optimistic time'

Many lung cancer patients now have access to a potentially life-saving new medication called Tagrisso. A surgeon from Hackensack Meridian and a patient share their experiences with the drug.

True Crime October 31

Idaho judge gives Bryan Kohberger win over genetic genealogy battle

Judge John Judge will review genetic genealogy evidence that Idaho prosecutors want to withhold from student murders suspect Bryan Kohberger's defense.

Gilgo Beach Murders September 27

Gilgo Beach suspect's cheek swab DNA matches pizza box sample: prosecutor

Gilgo Beach suspect Rex Heuermann's DNA sample is "consistent" with a specimen police seized from a pizza box outside his Manhattan office, prosecutors say.

DIABETES September 23

Type 2 diabetes a much greater risk for 'night owls' than for early birds, a 'startling' new study finds

A new study revealed that night owls are at a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes compared to early birds. Dr. Joe Whittington, an emergency medicine doctor, discussed the findings.