Human Genetics

Human genetics is the branch that studies the aspect of 'inheritance' in formation of human beings. Its study makes it easier to understand the cause of certain disorders, behavioral issues and development.
  • How Do Mutations Occur in Human Cells?
    How do mutations occur in human cells? What causes them to happen? Find out the answers in the following article.
  • Law of Segregation
    Law of segregation and independent assortment forms the basis of genetics and inheritance in living beings The following article explains the law in detail. Read on.
  • Incomplete Dominance Examples
    A compilation of some examples of incomplete dominance intended to help you get a better understanding of this type of inheritance in genetic science. Continue reading....
  • What is Incomplete Dominance
    Even though Gregor Mendel made it seem easy, many people find it difficult to figure out what incomplete dominance is all about and how it differs from co-dominance. In the following write-up, we will stress on some FAQs about this concept.
  • Where Does Transcription Occur
    Transcription is an important part of protein synthesis which takes place within the cell. But exactly where does transcription occur? Find out the answer to this question in the following article...
  • Attached Earlobes
    Earlobes that are attached are nothing but a genetic trait. Read on to know more on how a person may end up with such earlobes and what this trait means...
  • Genetic Testing during Pregnancy
    A lot of controversies are associated with genetic testing. Let's see what they are and what mechanism is involved in such a testing.
  • What Makes up DNA?
    DNA or deoxyribonucleic acid is known as the building block of life. Mainly composed of protein, the DNA has a key role in life and is considered to be the storehouse for genetic traits.
  • Chromosomes in Humans
    The correct diploid number of chromosomes in humans is 46, out of which 44 are somatic ones and remaining 2 are sex determining chromosomes. Any abnormalities in the chromosomal number or structure are expressed as genetic disorders. Read on to know more...
  • Genetic Predisposition
    Genetic predisposition is an interesting aspect used to determine the risk of developing disease in an individual, particularly if he or she has a medical history for a chronic health problem. For information on genetic predisposition to obesity, depression, addiction and disease, read on...
  • Genotype and Phenotype Difference
    Genotype refers to the genetic constitution of an individual or organism, while phenotype is the observable traits of an individual such as height, weight, color, behavioral patterns, etc. Read more on phenotype vs genotype...
  • Polygenic Traits
    Polygenic traits are different physical characteristics of individuals, due to specific inheritance patterns. It is responsible for difference in phenotypic makeup of individuals. Read on.
  • Inherited Traits in Humans
    There are so many inherited traits in humans that we can talk about, that you'd be really surprised. Join me as I take you through some of these in the following article.
  • Dominant and Recessive Traits in Humans
    There are many dominant and recessive traits in humans that are exhibited in each individual. The following article will cover a little part on genes and help you with a list of genetic traits exhibited.
  • Prenatal Genetic Testing Pros And Cons
    Genetic testing form a crucial part of prenatal tests and help to analyze if the unborn child is healthy or not. With this article, we will be discussing some advantages and disadvantages of getting genetic testing done before the baby's birth.
  • Somatic Cells
    Somatic cells are any cells except germline cells that make up an individual. The following article will provide some related information.
  • Who Is Responsible? The Environment or The Genes?
    Is it the genes or is it the environment we are born in that most influences us? This is a ongoing debate among scientists...
  • DNA Replication Steps
    DNA replication is a process, by which another copy of a double stranded DNA is produced. There are many complex steps involved for completion of this process. Let us have a short insight into the interesting and intriguing process of DNA replication steps.
  • Pros and Cons of Designer Babies
    Designer babies are babies, whose genetic makeup has been artificially screened and chosen by scientists, via genetic engineering. This concept has raised numerous ethical issues. Let's have a look at the pros and cons of designer babies.
  • History of DNA
    Deoxyribonucleic acid or DNA is the body's container of genetically inherited instructions. These instructions manifest in a lifetime, in the form of common patterns of behavior or health problems, or psychosomatic relativity. The nucleic acid is essential to the growth, development and functioning of all living organisms.
  • Point Mutations
    A change in the single base pair of a nucleotide sequence is referred to as point mutation. The genetic disease, sickle cell anemia is an example of point mutation that occurs in the coding sequence of a gene.
  • DNA Transcription
    DNA transcription is a step in protein synthesis or central dogma, in which DNA is transcribed into mRNA (messenger ribonucleic acid), before actually converting into protein molecules. Read on to know more about DNA transcription.
  • DNA Day Celebration
    The DNA day, celebrated internationally on the 25th of April, is here again to commemorate the major events of genetics. Read on to understand more about the DNA day celebration.
  • Genetic Testing and Screening
    Genetic testing is one of the important techniques of medical science for detecting alterations in the genes and chromosomes of an individual. It helps in diagnosing genetic disorders, predicting the risks of disease occurrence and also in identifying carriers of genetic disorders.
  • Genetic Drift
    Genetic drift is one of the important mechanisms of evolution that is more significant in small populations. Let's discuss in detail about genetic drift and its role in the process of evolution.
  • Who Discovered DNA
    Our DNAs are a unique bond of molecules that determine our very beings and also differentiate each of us from another. So who discovered DNA in the first place that paved a great way into the science of the human body?
  • Facts about Human Chromosomes
    Human chromosomes are strands of DNA carrying all the important information about the human being. To look at some interesting facts about the human chromosomes, read on...
  • Interesting Aspects of Human Genetics
    Human genetics revolves around the influence of genes on human nature and behavior patterns. It is associated with certain personality traits as well as disorders in human beings. Let us look at the interesting aspects of human genetics.
  • Famous Scientists in Genetic Research
    In this article, we will take a look at some of the famous names in the field of genetic research.
  • Human Genetic Engineering
    Can you imagine seemingly incurable ailments to find a cure in human genetic engineering? No? Then read on for some interesting information on human genetic engineering.