chromosome

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Prader-Willi syndrome stems from the loss of function of specific genes on the paternal copy of chromosome 15.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

"While the direct evidence of physical advantage in transgender people is pretty strong, the evidence of advantage for those with DSD, even though they have a Y chromosome, is highly disputed."

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Research over the past several years shows that losing the Y chromosome is linked to serious health problems across the body and may contribute to a shorter lifespan.

From Science Daily • Mar. 20, 2026

Research suggests that about one-third of the variation in Y chromosome loss is inherited, involving around 150 genes related to cell cycle control and cancer risk.

From Science Daily • Mar. 20, 2026

All except two, a pair of miscreants—or revolutionaries, depending on your view—hiding out on chromosome number 5.

From "Middlesex: A Novel" by Jeffrey Eugenides