While most known types of DNA damage are fixed by our cells’ in-house DNA repair mechanisms, some forms of DNA damage evade repair and can persist for many years, new research shows. This means ...
But recent research has revealed something unexpected – some types of DNA damage can dodge these repair mechanisms and lurk in our cells for years, creating multiple opportunities for cancer-causing ...
Ancient viral DNA embedded in the human genome has been linked to the genetic risks of certain neurodegenerative diseases, according to groundbreaking research. Human endogenous retroviruses (HERVs) ...
Stings from bees, wasps and hornets can be painful. To treat a sting and help relieve the pain, dermatologists offer these tips. It can happen fast. One minute the kids are all playing peacefully ...
While it may take months to fully assess the property damage, inspections are already underway. Preliminary maps from Los Angeles County are now available, showing building-by-building damage ...
A phenomenon upon release, ‘Desert Rose’ was an inspired fusion of Algerian folk music and contemporary electronica that became a high-water mark for Sting. Alluring and sensual, Sting’s ...
Jan. 15, 2025 — A groundbreaking study finds evidence that land was inherited through the female line in Iron Age Britain, with husbands moving to live with their wife's community. This is ...
Jan. 17, 2025 — A new study has found older-looking brains in adults with sickle cell disease, helping to explain the cognitive challenges experienced by such individuals. A brain image from a ...