genetics – Page 2

Partitioning Knee Osteoarthritis Genetic Risk by BMI Association Clarifies Prediction and Mechanisms

By MedXY 11/02/2025

Partitioning a knee osteoarthritis polygenic score into BMI-associated and BMI-independent components clarifies genetic contributions, improves interpretability, and offers a path to tailored prediction and prevention.

Cardiology news

Genetic Insights into LDL Cholesterol and Coronary Artery Disease Risk Across Diverse Global Populations

By MedXY 10/30/2025

A large-scale multi-ancestry genetic study confirms consistent associations between LDL cholesterol levels and coronary artery disease risk across six global ancestries, highlighting the generalizability of LDL-C lowering interventions beyond European populations.

Neurology news Psychiatry

Decoding the Genetic Complexity of Impulsivity and Its Neurodevelopmental Impact

By MedXY 10/29/2025

This study reveals the heterogeneous genetic architecture of impulsivity, uncovering diverse biological pathways linking it to neurodevelopment and psychopathology across the lifespan.

Diabetes & Endocrinology OB/GYN & Women's Health Specialties

Navigating the Frontiers of Premature Ovarian Insufficiency Research: Insights from the Top 100 Influential Articles

By MedXY 10/22/2025

A comprehensive bibliometric analysis of the 100 most-cited articles in premature ovarian insufficiency reveals key research trends, leading contributors, and emerging scientific directions in genetics, cardiovascular disease, and immunology.

news Oncology

Quantifying Breast Cancer Risk: The Impact of Pathogenic Variants and Family History in US Women

By MedXY 10/10/2025

This study evaluates cumulative breast cancer risks among US women based on pathogenic variant status and family history, revealing significant risk stratification that informs personalized screening and prevention.

Family Medicine & Nutrition Medical News Specialties

How Micronutrients Have Shaped Human DNA: Insights from Global Genetic Adaptations

By MedXY 09/14/2025

A recent study reveals how essential micronutrients like iron, calcium, and zinc influenced human evolution by driving genetic adaptations to environmental nutrient availability across populations worldwide.

Family Medicine & Nutrition Medical News Specialties

Do Active People Really Live Longer? Twin Study Reveals the Complex Truth About Exercise, Aging, and Longevity

By MedXY 09/14/2025

A decades-long twin study reveals that while exercise is linked to longevity, genetics and baseline health play a crucial role, and the relationship between exercise and aging follows a U-shaped curve.