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Epigenetic inheritance of disease and disease risk.
Neuropsychopharmacology : official publication of the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology - 1 Jan 2013
Bohacek Johannes, Mansuy Isabelle M
Abstract excerpt
Epigenetic marks in an organism can be altered by environmental factors throughout life. Although changes in the epigenetic code can be positive, some are associated with severe diseases, in particular, cancer and neuropsychiatric disorders. Recent evidence has indicated that certain epigenetic marks can be inherited, and reshape developmental and cellular features over generations. This review examines the...
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