Divergent DNA: The Accidental Discovery That’s Shaking Genetics
Scientists testing a new method of sequencing single cells have unexpectedly changed our understanding of the rules of genetics. The genome of a protist has…
Scientists testing a new method of sequencing single cells have unexpectedly changed our understanding of the rules of genetics. The genome of a protist has…
Large study found three genes strongly linked to vegetarianism. First fully peer-reviewed, indexed study to look at the link between strict vegetarianism and genetics More…
For certain individuals, specific genetic variations may lead to the accumulation of fat in the abdominal area while simultaneously offering protection against diabetes. Conventional wisdom…
Scientists discover that letting small amounts of DNA ‘dance’ can speed disease detection. UMass Amherst researchers have pushed forward the boundaries of biomedical engineering one…
The newly designed CRISPR enzyme offers a more compact DNA editing solution, maintaining the efficiency of existing tools and could improve patient treatment. A new…
Research shows that 20th-century commercial whaling has left a mark on the genetic diversity of surviving whales, emphasizing the importance of understanding and conserving…
Researchers from WEHI in Australia have discovered a genetic variation present in up to 3% of the global population that heightens the risk of inflammation…
When you think about your ideal neighborhood, perhaps you think of tree-lined streets or a close-knit community of people who help each other. You probably…
New findings shed light on the link between the TP53 protein-coding gene and neurodevelopmental and psychiatric conditions such as autism spectrum disorder. Researchers have established…
Reindeer have endured for over 7,000 years on the Arctic archipelago of Svalbard. Will they be able to withstand climate change? Despite the challenges of…
Genome study offers answers to questions about pigmentation and domestication. A new study of the genetic blueprints of more than 600 types of carrot shows…
DNA research from human populations believed to be uncontactable or extinct helps probe the deep genetic structure of Africa. Africa is the birthplace of modern…
A study found a connection between the antiviral drug molnupiravir and distinct SARS-CoV-2 mutations, emphasizing the need for careful assessment in drug development. Researchers at…
New study reveals drivers of rare cancer and provides a possible alternative solution to surgery. The genetic code of a rare form of kidney cancer,…
The findings could help doctors identify cancer patients who would benefit the most from drugs called checkpoint blockade inhibitors. Cancer drugs known as checkpoint blockade…
One proven method for tracking down the genetic origins of diseases is to knock out a single gene in animals and study the consequences this…
The gene, dubbed Iditarod, seems responsible for exercise’s ability to clean up damaged cells. As the days get shorter and chillier in the northern hemisphere,…
A team of scientists led by researchers from the University of Leicester has determined that genes responsible for learning, memory, aggression, and other complex behaviors…