Genetics Studies

Genetics studies explore how traits are inherited through genes, which are the biological instructions within each living organism. Researchers analyze DNA—the molecule that contains these instructions—to understand how certain characteristics, like eye color or disease risk, are passed from parents to their children. These studies help us learn about human health, evolution, and diversity by identifying genetic variations and how they influence different traits or conditions. Advances in genetics also enable personalized medicine, where treatments can be tailored to an individual’s genetic makeup, improving effectiveness and reducing side effects.