AI-Powered Breakthrough for Improved At-Home Hepatitis and COVID-19 Testing
Researchers at the University of Florida are using AI to develop an improved at-home test for diseases like hepatitis C and COVID-19. They have combined…
Genetics News
Genetics is the study of genes, heredity, and genetic variation in living organisms. Our Genetics category provides the latest news, research, and discoveries in this exciting field, including the latest breakthroughs in genetic engineering, gene therapy, and personalized medicine. From the study of genetic diseases to the genetics of complex traits, our coverage of Genetics provides a comprehensive look at the latest advancements in genetic research. We also cover the latest developments in genetic technology, including advances in sequencing, gene editing, and gene expression analysis. Whether you’re a geneticist, medical professional, or just interested in the latest advancements in genetics research, our Genetics category has everything you need to stay up-to-date and informed.
NIH Scientists Discover Protein Behind Rare Genetic Skin Disorder
Genome sequencing reveals genetic basis for disabling pansclerotic morphea, a severe inflammatory disease. Researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and their colleagues have…
The Dawn of Diversity: Release of the New Human Pangenome Reference
More complete and sophisticated collection of genome sequences captures significantly more human diversity. Researchers have released a new high-quality collection of reference human genome sequences…
“Deep Sequencing” Identifies Several New Genetic Variants in Vascular Anomalies
The study captured genetic variants at extremely low levels, and dozens of patients began new therapies as a result of the findings. Researchers from Children’s…
Researchers Discover Shared Genetic Basis for Cannabis Use and Psychiatric Disorders
A recent study published in the journal Lancet Psychiatry, led by the University of Oslo, unveils a shared genetic basis for cannabis use and psychiatric…
A “Scientific Surprise” – White-Bellied Pangolins Have Second-Most Chromosomes Among Mammals
Genomic research could bolster conservation initiatives aimed at protecting the endangered species. Scientists still have much to uncover about the unique, scaly mammal known as…
Scientists Discover Chinmo – “The Youth Gene”
Researchers discover Chimno, the gene responsible for the juvenile stage in insects. This gene is present in mammals and could play a key role in…
The Woman Who Doesn’t Feel Pain – New Study Reveals Her Unique Molecular Machinery
New research from University College London (UCL) has unraveled the biology behind a unique genetic mutation that results in its carrier experiencing minimal pain, enhanced…
Why Do Men and Women Experience Depression Differently? New Research Sheds Light
Depression is generally found to be more prevalent in women compared to men, with women being twice as likely to be diagnosed. A recent gender-based…
Researchers Have Flipped the Script on Autism Genetics
Researchers from Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) have recently revised the commonly held genetic assumptions about autism spectrum disorder (ASD). For many years, scientists believed…
Language Impairments Unraveled: How Mutations in a Language Gene Produce Speech Deficits
Faulty versions of the Foxp2 gene disrupt neurons’ ability to form synapses in brain regions involved in speech, a new study shows. Mutations of a…
MIT’s New CRISPR-Based Gene-Editing Technique Transforms Cancer Mutation Studies
With the new method, scientists can explore many cancer mutations whose roles are unknown, helping them develop new drugs that target those mutations. MIT scientists…
Unseen Trails: Your DNA Can Now Be Collected From Beach Sand or Even the Air
University of Florida researchers found high-quality human DNA in nearly all environments, suggesting potential applications in fields like medicine, archaeology, and criminal forensics. However, this…
Genetic Switch: Scientists Transform Chicken Scales Into Feathers by Modifying Gene Expression
A UNIGE team shows how specifically modifying gene expression causes feathers to replace scales in the chicken. Scales, spines, feathers and hair are examples of…
What Did the Earliest Animals Look Like? Chromosomal Clues Unearth the Origins of Animal Evolution
Chromosome analysis resolves debate about sister group of all animals. It’s comb jellies, not sponges. Researchers used a novel chromosome-based approach to reveal that comb…
Placenta, Not Brain: Groundbreaking Study Shifts the Schizophrenia Narrative
Potential future prevention strategies may focus on addressing the treatment of the placenta. A new study conducted by the Lieber Institute for Brain Development suggests…
700 Million-Year-Old Family Feud Settled: Genetic Linkages Illuminate Earliest Animal Evolution
Mapping gene linkages provides clear-cut evidence for comb jellies as sibling group to all other animals. A groundbreaking study published in Nature by MBARI researchers…
Evolutionary Surprise: Mighty Miniproteins Appeared “From Nowhere”
A new study has overturned the notion that microproteins, small proteins previously deemed unimportant, play no significant role in human cellular functions. The research, led…
