The Epigenome Roadmap

The Epigenome Roadmap is a research initiative aimed at mapping the epigenome—the complex chemical changes that influence how our genes are expressed without altering the DNA sequence itself. This roadmap helps scientists understand how environmental factors, lifestyle, and development impact gene activity and contribute to health and disease. By studying the epigenome, researchers hope to gain insights into processes like aging, cancer, and various genetic disorders, paving the way for new treatments and personalized medicine approaches that consider both genetics and epigenetics.