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Human Genetics Links Lower IL‑6 Signaling to Reduced Cardiovascular and Infection Risks

Analysis of more than 500,000 genomes offers genetic validation for IL‑6–targeting drugs in cardiovascular disease trials.

Denisovan-Derived MUC19 Variant Rose in the Americas, Study Finds

Human-Accelerated Enhancer HAR123 Shapes Brain Cell Ratios and Cognitive Flexibility in Mice

Largest Genetic Study Links Eight DNA Regions to ME/CFS

Genome Analysis Uncovers 53 Variants Tied to Frailty and Paves Way for Early Risk Scoring

Modern Humans Experienced Two Rounds of Selection on a Brain Enzyme

Hibernation-Linked DNA Switches Discovered in Human Genome

Global Team Releases Most Complete Human Pangenome and Maps 175,000 Structural Variants

Harvard Study Links Maternal Age and Genes to Same-Sex Birth Patterns

Maternal Age and Genetics Linked to Skewed Birth Sex Ratios

Harvard Study Finds Child Sex Bias After Three Same-Gender Births

Shielding FasL from Plasmin Revives T-Cell Assault on Solid Tumors

Comprehensive Indian Genomic Map Reveals Archaic Legacies and Hidden Disease Variants

7,100-Year-Old Yunnan Skeleton Unlocks Tibetans’ Ghost Ancestry

Genetic Variant Near FOXP4 Found to Significantly Increase Long COVID Risk

Genomic Study Traces Humanity's Longest Prehistoric Migration

Landmark Genetic Study Pinpoints Biological Basis of OCD

Study Links Genetics to Baby Walking Milestones and Broader Developmental Traits

Haenyeo Divers Exhibit Unique Genetic and Physiological Adaptations for Extreme Diving

Genetic and Physiological Insights from Korea’s Haenyeo Divers Illuminate Human Adaptation