Summary: A new study has identified genetic variants in the ITSN1 gene that significantly increase the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease. Researchers analyzed nearly 500,000 genetic profiles and found that…
Category: Genetics
Gene edited crops inch closer to acceptance as outlined in the European Commission’s new blueprint for the future
New research and innovation partnerships, faster risk assessment and innovation-friendly regulations are all on the table as the European Commission plans a new EU strategic approach to research and innovation…
It’s axiomatic among environmentalists that plastic packaging is a sustainability disaster. Hard science and life-cycle analysis say that’s not true
Plastic packaging can have substantially smaller environmental impacts—including 70% lower greenhouse gas emissions—compared to other packaging materials, according to a new study. The findings suggest that although there are major…
Viewpoint: ‘Only in California could coffee both cause and prevent cancer’
The following is neither satire nor fiction. California’s insane Proposition 65 list contains a number of so-called carcinogens found in coffee. Yet, multiple epidemiological studies conclude that moderate coffee consumption decreases…
Alzheimer’s Study Identifies 16 Risk Genes
Summary: A large whole-genome sequencing study has uncovered 16 new genes linked to Alzheimer’s disease, expanding genetic research beyond European ancestry. Researchers analyzed data from 49,149 individuals, nearly half of…
Carbon labeling for food? App helps shoppers choose climate-friendly options in the grocery store
“Consumers are willing to make more sustainable food choices, but lack reliable information to identify the more environmentally-friendly options,” said [The George Institute for Global Health and Imperial College London…
Genetic Mutation Linked to Schizophrenia Alters Brain Function
Summary: Researchers identified a rare genetic mutation in two schizophrenia patients that increased schizophrenia-related behaviors in mice. The mutation led to higher levels of glycine decarboxylase (GLDC), an enzyme that…
Vegetable and seed oils vs. Animal fat oil: Which Is the healthy choice
The seed oil versus animal fat debate has gone from a niche topic among wellness influencers on social media to an entire movement. … Many critics promote swapping seed oils…
Viewpoint: Fox News heads deeper down the science-ignorant fox hole
In the media, every food is either a magical cure-all or a hidden danger lurking in your pantry. Instead of addressing our poor lifestyle choices, they chase sensationalized nutrition fads…
Prenatal Stress Hormones Alter Brain Development
Summary: Environmental factors like stress and medication exposure during pregnancy can shape brain development, but the mechanisms remain unclear. Researchers used brain organoids to study the effects of synthetic glucocorticoids,…
