DURHAM, N.C. – New genomic analyses suggest that the most common genetic variants in the human genome aren't the ones most likely causing disease. Rare genetic variants, the type found most often in ...

New genetic findings reshape understanding of the risk of ADHD. Keep reading to learn how rare variants influence development ...

Researchers have identified specific genes containing rare mutations that significantly increase the likelihood of developing ...

A study led by the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Center (The Institute) has identified a rare genetic ...

Rare telomere and non-telomere genetic variants significantly affect survival in IPF patients, with non-additive effects on common risk variants. Polygenic risk scores (PRS-IPF) may play a crucial ...

Genetic research uncovers a continuum between diabetes forms, offering insights for precision medicine. Study: Rare variant analyses in 51,256 type 2 diabetes cases and 370,487 controls reveal the ...

A new study has identified 17 genetic variants that may influence Alzheimer's disease risk, putting researchers one step closer to uncovering biological pathways to target for future treatment and ...

In this groundbreaking study, researchers uncover how ultra-rare genetic variants, especially in heart cells, play a critical role in raising the risk of coronary artery disease among individuals of ...