Researchers analyze 2.2 million genomes to show that addiction risk is primarily driven by broad genes affecting brain wiring and impulse control, not drug-specific traits.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A study of over 1.2 million people has uncovered new genetic clues to dyslexia, shedding light on brain development and reading ...

"This is a landmark study in the field of Alzheimer's research and is the culmination of 30 years' work," the co-author said. PHILADELPHIA -- An additional 42 genes connected to the development of ...

The asteroid Ryugu, millions of miles away from Earth, might not look that exciting. But on it, we now know, lie some of the ...

A new study published in Neurology, led by Queen Mary University of London, has revealed that people of South Asian, African ...

The neurologic disease called chronic traumatic encephalopathy or CTE has most often been found in people who experienced ...

Weizmann Institute study finds genetics may account for about 50 percent of human lifespan, more than double previous estimates.

Livestock breeders could soon have more tools to improve the health and quality of their animals, thanks to a recent study ...

Most folks with genetics that put them at risk for high cholesterol and early heart disease aren't aware of their danger, a new study says. Nearly 90% of people carrying genetics that cause ...

Koala populations with low genetic diversity are actually recovering by "reshuffling" their genes to remove harmful mutations ...

A first-of-its-kind study using eye-tracking technology has revealed when commercial producers shop for bulls, they ...

Reading determines almost all aspects of everyday life. Reading allows you to learn in school, to read signs, to read books, and talk to people. But for millions, reading is a constant struggle.