Zoe CunniffeLive Science ContributorZoe Cunniffe is a health journalist who focuses on chronic illness, medical misogyny, and the doctor-patient relationship. She has previously written for publications such as The BMJ, Aeon, Slate, and Salon. Latest articles by Zoe Cunniffe In a first, study links maternal genes to risk of pregnancy loss By Zoe Cunniffe published 14 February 26 For the first time, scientists have identified genetic variants that increase the risk of aneuploidy, in which cells have an abnormal number of chromosomes. Aneuploidy in egg cells can lead to miscarriage. Fertility, Pregnancy & Birth Sign up for the Live Science daily newsletter nowGet the world’s most fascinating discoveries delivered straight to your inbox.Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors LATEST ARTICLES1'Runaway' black hole detected by the James Webb telescope adds a strange new chapter to our universe's story2AI griefbots could change how we mourn — but there are serious risks ahead3'Impossible' mantle earthquakes actually occur all over the world, study finds4There's 13 Great Lakes' worth of water hidden beneath the contiguous US, new map reveals5China turns desert into carbon sink, a viking giant in a mass grave, real-life inception, and a Valentine's gift idea from nature
In a first, study links maternal genes to risk of pregnancy loss By Zoe Cunniffe published 14 February 26 For the first time, scientists have identified genetic variants that increase the risk of aneuploidy, in which cells have an abnormal number of chromosomes. Aneuploidy in egg cells can lead to miscarriage.
