New: humangeneticsAll contenthive-129948krhive-196917zzanhive-183959hive-185836hive-180932steemhive-144064hive-166405hive-150122hive-101145uncommonlabhive-188619hive-145157hive-184714hive-183397bitcoinhive-180301krsuccesshive-193637lifehive-103599hive-139150hive-179660TrendingNewHotLikersdorodor (57)in genetics • 6 years agoBasic Genetics of the X ChromosomeMost human cells contain genetic instructions that are tightly packed into structures called chromosomes. A typical human has 23 pairs of these chromosomes. One such pair are the sex-determining…mela (52)in humangenetics • 7 years agoInformation and Facts About Color BlindnessColor blindness is a prevalent genetic disability which is more complicated than just seeing black and white. Color blindness is a bit of a misnomer. Technically, the disability is better…mela (52)in genetics • 7 years ago50 Genetic Ideas You Really Need to Know: Book Review - All the Most Significant Genetic Advances to DateGenetics' hottest topics from genetically modified foods to genetic testing are explained in Times science editor Mark Henderson's popular science book. 50 Genetic Ideas You Really Need to Know is…mela (52)in genetics • 7 years agoOperons Operators Promoters & Gene Control-Regulation InsightsEach gene encodes instructions for proteins but genes can be turned on or off and non-genetic or epigenetic factors influence what genes can or cannot do. Jacob, Lwoff and Monod, French scientists…elissa (57)in genetics • 7 years agoGene Changes and Obesity: How certain chemicals may be contributing to the obesity epidemicRecent studies are showing that chemicals like nicotine can change a fetus's DNA to predispose him or her to obesity as an adult through a process called epigenetics. In the past, we could blame…dorodor (57)in genetics • 7 years agoTurner Syndrome - Facts and StatisticsTurner Syndrome (TS) is a condition in which a woman is born without a second X chromosome. It currently affects 60,000 women in the United States. This genetic disorder occurs in about 1 of 2,500…haig (58)in health • 7 years agoUnderstanding Genetic Consultation: Counseling Regarding Inherited and Chromosomal DisordersA genetic consultation can offer information and support for those who have or are at risk to genetic disorder. Genetic consultations are usually advised when there is a health concern relating…
