Genetics Research - Page 3

April 17, 2026

Zero-calorie sweeteners could alter the genes of later generations, new study warns

A study in mice found artificial sweeteners may cause multigenerational changes in metabolism and gut bacteria even without direct exposure to future generations.

April 16, 2026

This could be why your weight-loss medication isn’t delivering results

A study in Nature found a specific genetic variant that may boost the effectiveness of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs like semaglutide and tirzepatide.

April 15, 2026

Chinese researcher on US visa pleads guilty to smuggling E. coli into the country

A Chinese researcher was sentenced to over four months in prison after pleading guilty to smuggling concealed E. coli DNA into the United States.

April 1, 2026

Woman’s double-twin relationship sparks court’s impossible paternity ruling

A UK Court of Appeals ruled that neither of two identical twins can be legally named the father of a child, as DNA testing cannot distinguish them.

March 27, 2026

Popular diet tied to lower dementia risk for some groups, study reveals

A new study suggests that eating more unprocessed meat may slow cognitive decline in older adults carrying the APOE gene variant, which is linked to Alzheimer's risk.

March 18, 2026

Genealogy boom exposes personal data scammers can exploit

Using genealogy websites can expose personal data that scammers use to target families, according to experts warning about privacy risks.

March 2, 2026

Diabetes breakthrough approach could protect cells and prevent disease

University of Chicago researchers developed an mRNA nanoparticle system that triggers cells to produce PD-L1 protein, potentially delaying type 1 diabetes progression in animal models.

February 21, 2026

Hidden virus inside gut bacteria linked to doubled colorectal cancer risk, study finds

Scientists discover hidden virus in gut bacteria that may be linked to colorectal cancer development, offering new insights into cancer research.

February 19, 2026

FBI uses genetic genealogy in Nancy Guthrie probe

Fox News correspondent Matt Finn reports on the FBI's use of genetic genealogy in the Nancy Guthrie probe on 'The Story.'

February 18, 2026

Authorities are looking for any video that could have been 'taped over': Nancy Grace

‘Crime Stories with Nancy Grace’ host Nancy Grace analyzes the latest updates in the search for Nancy Guthrie and explains what the 'scratching' process is on 'Hannity.'