What is the study of Epigenetics?

What is the study of Epigenetics?

Derived from the Greek word ‘epi’, meaning above, Epigenetics translates to ‘above genetics’. The science of Epigenetics focuses on how genes express themselves to communicate and influence cell function via up-regulate and down-regulate activity. Epigenetics can refer to environmental, emotional, and nutritional factors that affect gene expression, and are not related to the process of modifying gene sequence.