A stretch of viral DNA in the mouse genome gives cells in early-stage embryos the potential to become almost any cell type in ...

A large genetic screen has revealed how stem cells transform into brain cells, exposing hundreds of genes that make this ...

Inside the body, a 24-hour rhythm, known as the circadian rhythm, quietly coordinates when we sleep, wake, eat and recover.

As we age, we don't recover from injury or illness like we did when we were young. But new research from UCSF has found gene ...

Weight fluctuation happens daily, week to week, or month to month. Learn about causes and when to see a healthcare provider about weight changes.

Science shows birth order doesn’t shape personality. Our traits come from genes, peers, and experience, not our place in the ...