The scalloped-shaped “Valentine's” heart is a ubiquitous icon in Western culture. This unavoidable emblem of love and well-being is used by spiritual and commercial institutions alike.

Our research suggests that the human heart has adapted to support our upright stance, movement and larger brain. Over the ...

A new, multinational study has revealed that the shape of the human heart, influenced by genetic factors, could serve as a valuable predictor for cardiovascular disease risk. Researchers from ...

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This study is the first to examine the genetic basis of both right and left ventricles, using advanced 3D imaging and machine learning, which allowed researchers to analyze the heart’s shape in a ...

A new multi-national study has revealed that the shape of the heart is influenced in part by genetics and may help predict the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Researchers from Queen Mary ...