epigenetics
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futurity.orgStudy Links Dopamine to Lasting Brain Changes After Pregnancy
A Nature research paper reports that dopamine regulates persistent neural adaptations in the dorsal hippocampal formation following reproductive experience. The findings include both mouse experiments and human tissue analysis.
news.sky.comUK Study Finds Small Association Between Frequent Arts Participation and Slower DNA-Methylation Ageing
A University College London-led study of 3,556 UK adults found that weekly participation in arts and cultural activities was associated with up to 4% slower ageing, comparable to the effect of weekly exercise. The research, published in Innovation In Aging, examined seven epigene…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewStudy Finds Epigenetic Changes from Inflammation Persist in Animals' Lifetime
A new study published in Science reports that certain DNA regions undergo epigenetic modifications during inflammation, enabling gene expression. These changes remain throughout the animal's lifetime. The findings suggest potential long-term effects of inflammation on genetic act…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewMouse Study Examines Generational Effects of Artificial Sweeteners
A study published in mice suggests artificial sweeteners may cause adverse metabolic effects persisting across generations. Researchers exposed pregnant mice to aspartame and stevia, observing impacts on offspring and grand-offspring. The findings raise questions about long-term…