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Read More »Researchers demonstrate transmission of epigenetic memory via sperm
[ad_1] A new study from the University of California suggests that if a father's environment impairs the epigenetics of sperm chromosomes, the health of the offspring could be affected. Image Credit: Yurchanka …
Read More »Epigenetic "memories" that could convey the experience of a father's life seen in the sperm worm
[ad_1] Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on linkedin <div _ngcontent-c15 = "" innerhtml = " The small round worm C. elegans transmits the information of his life in his spermZeynep …
Read More »Study documents paternal transmission of epigenetic memory via sperm
[ad_1] Caenorhabditis elegans. Credit: Wikipedia Studies on human populations and animal models suggest that a father's experiences, such as his diet or environmental stress, may affect the health and development of his …
Read More »There is a better way to decipher the epigenetic code of DNA to identify the disease
[ad_1] PHILADELPHIA – A new method of sequencing chemical groups linked to the surface of DNA paves the way for better detection of cancer and other diseases in the blood, according to …
Read More »There is a better way to decipher the epigenetic code of DNA to identify the disease
[ad_1] Enzymes, rather than harsh chemical reactions, can be used to reveal the epigenetic code of DNA. Credit: Rahul Kohli, University of Pennsylvania A new method of sequencing chemical groups linked to …
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