Why women's brains are more resilient: it could be their 'silent' X chromosomeThe second X chromosome in females may guard against cognitive decline and aging.
Exploring Genetic Sex Differences in Alzheimer's - News CenterNew research reveals the duplicate X chromosome in women may heighten Alzheimer's disease risk.Study highlights the importance of the previously overlooked X chromosome in Alzheimer's research.
The complete sequence and comparative analysis of ape sex chromosomes - NatureTherian X and Y chromosomes originated from autosomes; Y evolved with SRY, palindromes, and deleterious mutations, diverging in size and gene content from X chromosome.