In general, threatened species are at greatest risk of poor genetic health. These species often live in small, isolated ...

New twin research shows that innate IQ plays a major role in predicting your future socioeconomic status. The study, which follows twins during the crucial early adult years, reinforces the view that ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dario Sabaghi covers the cannabis industry with a focus on Europe. A massive genetic study has found key genes linked to cannabis ...

Genetic testing is helping doctors identify rare diseases earlier, opening the door to treatment options before symptoms appear.

Every time a virus invades a person, it collides with thousands of years of human history. A study led by researchers at the ...

A groundbreaking international study has uncovered striking genetic differences in how women and men experience depression, and it could help explain why women are diagnosed with the condition at ...

A new study suggests that certain genetic differences, passed down from ancient human ancestors, and exposure to common present-day chemicals could explain why some women are more likely to develop ...

Researchers at the Mayo Clinic and startup Goodfire have demonstrated an AI model, Evo 2, that can predict which genetic mutations cause disease and explain the underlying biological reasons. Using AI ...

A new study sheds light on one of the great enigmas of microbiology: why only certain strains of common bacteria become pandemic pathogens. The work, published in Proceedings of the National Academy ...

Obesity is not just a number on the scale but a complex condition influenced by genetics, brain chemistry, lifestyle, and emotional health. Understanding its deeper connection with mental well-being ...