Is your dog a "Velcro" breed? Discover the top 20 dog breeds genetically wired to stay by your side and the fascinating ...

They are considered family-friendly, easy to train, and ideal for beginners–so-called “designer dogs” like Cockapoo or ...

Most of the genetic risk for developing a substance use disorder comes from genes that broadly affect how our brains process ...

Researchers analyze 2.2 million genomes to show that addiction risk is primarily driven by broad genes affecting brain wiring and impulse control, not drug-specific traits.

Rutgers Brain Health Institute supports students through federally funded training grants, scholar programs, and ...

The Mediterranean Sea is home to some of the ocean's largest animals. Among the nine species of cetaceans commonly found along its western shores are the fin whale (Balaenoptera physalus, the world's ...

Researchers have identified a distinct and reproducible gene expression program associated with neurotransmission in the ...

In April of 2025, headlines across the world announced that the dire wolf had been brought back from extinction. This 130-150 lbs wolf species, about 25% heavier than modern-day gray wolves, had not ...

A study of golden retrievers has identified genetic clues that explain why some pooches are more rambunctious, anxious or ...

Cognitive function, behavior, and their links to health outcomes are at the forefront of modern neuroscience research. Recent years have seen significant ...

Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) is a rare genetic condition marked by uncontrolled hunger and complex behavioral and medical ...

Researchers identify a repeat expansion in the GOLGA8A gene as a major genetic driver for a rare, early-onset form of frontotemporal dementia.