Genetically Unlucky? Work On Your Epigenetics

Genetically Unlucky? Work On Your Epigenetics

Epigenetics is a natural and regular process by which environmental and behavioral factors affect the expression and activity of genes, independently of alterations in DNA sequences (genotype), such as during genetic mutations. These modifications can be transmitted to daughter cells and are influenced by several factors, including age, the environment, lifestyles, and disease states. These factors…

Is Gene Therapy the Way Forward in Treating Genetic Diseases?

Is Gene Therapy the Way Forward in Treating Genetic Diseases?

Gene therapy is a field of biology or medicine that focuses on introducing or replacing defective genes that are involved in the etiology of some genetic diseases. To introduce or replace defective genes, this approach involves using viral or non-viral vectors to insert healthy copies of genes into the cells of affected people to re-establish their normal…