🧬 Epigenetics is the study of how environmental factors and experiences can influence gene activity without altering the DNA sequence. Through chemical modifications like DNA methylation and histone changes, genes can be turned on or off, affecting health, development, and even inheritance across generations. Research in epigenetics helps us understand how stress, diet, and trauma can leave lasting biological imprints.
Image Credentials: Generated with AI DALL·E-2025-02-28-15.52.02 Source: University of Florida * A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at the University of Florida has uncovered evidence that violence…