Many mutations in DNA that contribute to disease are not in actual genes but instead lie in the 99% of the genome once considered "junk."
Artificial Intelligence Detects A New Class of Mutations Behind Autism
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Eating Blueberries Every Day Improves Heart Health
Eating a cup of blueberries, a day reduces risk factors for cardiovascular disease – according to new research led by the University of East Anglia, in collaboration with colleagues from Harvard and across the UK.
A New Mechanism for Accessing Damaged DNA
UV light damages the DNA of skin cells, which can lead to skin cancer.
Exposure to Airborne Metal Pollution Associated with Increased Risk of Mortality
Although there is ample evidence that air pollution—specifically airborne particulate matter—is associated with an increased risk of premature death, it is still not known which specific particles are responsible for this effect.
Lithuanian Scientists Created Bioplastic for Food Packaging Which Degrades in a Couple of Years
Group of scientists at Kaunas University of Technology (KTU). Lithuania have created biodegradable plastic, which decays in a compost bin in a couple of years.
International Travelers Experience the Harmful Effects of Air Pollution
For travelers who visit cities with high levels of air pollution, even a short stay leads to breathing problems that can take at least a week to recover from, a new study shows.
