For over a hundred years, scientists have puzzled over why most orange cats are male—now, a study may have cracked the genetic code.

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When two defective gene variants combine, normal protein function can sometimes be restored.

A rare form of diabetes affecting newborn babies and caused by a genetic disorder has been discovered by scientists in the UK ...

Ultra-rare disorders are those affecting fewer than one person in 50,000. Sometimes, indeed, they are unique. And unique ...

A landmark study led by researchers with the Department of Veterans Affairs has uncovered new genetic insights into ...

Domestic cats are some of the most beloved pets in the world. Their mysterious nature, grace and unique character make them special human companions. However, for these pets to remain healthy and live ...

An analysis of the genomes of nearly 6,000 Greenlandic people suggests that their Inuit ancestors rarely moved around after settling the island around 1,000 years ago. This historical isolation means ...

In a small corner of Northern Ireland, a three year old girl is gearing up for her second major organ transplant before she ...

An illustration of the genetic and expression map of the PWS critical region (15q11-q13). This figure illustrates the genomic structure of the PWS critical region on chromosome 15, showing the ...