2nd International Conference on
Renaissance London Heathrow Hotel, UK
Epigenetics examines inheritable alterations in gene expression that happen without changing the DNA sequence itself. It focuses on how genes are turned on or off, influencing cellular behavior, development, and disease susceptibility. Core epigenetic mechanisms—such as DNA methylation, histone modification, and regulation by non-coding RNAs—allow cells to adapt to environmental signals, lifestyle influences, and developmental cues. These processes are essential for cell differentiation, embryonic development, aging, and the emergence of diseases including cancer, neurological disorders, and metabolic syndromes. By uncovering how epigenetic regulation shapes gene expression, researchers can identify new biomarkers, therapeutic targets, and precision medicine strategies. Advances in epigenomic tools and high-throughput sequencing have deepened our understanding of how genetic and environmental factors interact, highlighting the genome’s remarkable flexibility. As the field evolves, epigenetics continues to transform biomedical science, driving progress in disease prevention, personalized therapy, and innovative treatment development.
Behavioral Genetics is a scientific discipline that investigates how genetic and environmental factors interact to shape human behavior, personality, and cognitive functioning. It focuses on the heritable and biological bases of complex traits, including intelligence, temperament, emotional regulation, and susceptibility to psychiatric disorders. By studying the relationship between genetic inheritance and environmental influences, researchers aim to understand the origins of individual differences in behavior and mental health.Key research methods include twin and adoption studies, genome-wide association studies (GWAS), and candidate gene analyses, which help identify genetic variants linked to specific behavioral traits. Insights from this field are critical for understanding multifactorial conditions such as schizophrenia, autism spectrum disorder, depression, and ADHD, emphasizing that behavior arises from the interplay of genes and environment.Behavioral genetics also informs the development of preventive strategies, personalized therapies, and precision medicine approaches. By integrating genomics, neuroscience, and psychology, it continues to advance our understanding of human cognition, behavior, and the biological mechanisms underlying individual variability
