Genetics

Gene sequences from parents have more impact than recognized in determining breast cancer’s course

Longer telomeres in children linked to exercise and healthy diet

Molecule can set off immune response in women

A pregnant woman risked a treatment herself, hoping to heal her developing baby, who would be born with cystic fibrosis

The Stanford impact

Aiming to stymie breast cancer through gene testing and AI

Biomarkers found that could help individualize weight-loss methods

Scientists find a way to block mechanism that leads to debilitating breathing problems

Key gene variant found to reduce risk of disorder

Major mutations can be beneficial for survival