Scientists have discovered that the way cancer cells die from chemotherapy appears to be different…
Browsing: Genetics
Genetics is the branch of biology that studies genes, heredity, and variation in living organisms. It explores how DNA encodes the instructions for life, influencing traits, evolution, and susceptibility to disease. From understanding the structure of the genome to mapping gene expression and editing with technologies like CRISPR, genetics underpins modern medicine, biotechnology, and evolutionary biology. Research in this field reveals how genetic mutations cause disorders, how genes interact with the environment, and how inherited information drives diversity across species. As sequencing and computational tools advance, genetics continues to transform our understanding of biology, health, and human identity.
A gene previously associated with intellectual disability has been discovered to control learning and memory…
Mass Eye and Ear-led phase 1/2 trial, which included 14 participants, found that the first-of-its-kind…
In a new study recently published by Science Advances, Michigan State University researchers reveal an…
Over 100 new genomic regions linked to blood pressure were discovered, offering insights into iron…
A study from the Hackett group at EMBL Rome led to the development of a…
A new genetic study suggests that the protein cryptochrome 4 in bird eyes is key…
CRISPR gene editing shows potential in treating blindness, with 79% of trial participants experiencing improved…
The work makes it possible to tell the story of the fusion of genomes that…
Princeton scientists make a major improvement to a CRISPR-based gene-editing tool called “prime editing.” Through…
A synthetic droplet could provide researchers with insights into how the most basic forms of…
Gene expression analysis of blood identifies a functional group of genes linked to both depression…
Body shape, color, and behavior often evolve together as species adapt to their environment. Researchers…
An unhealthy lifestyle increases the risk of death by 78%, regardless of genetic predispositions. An…
The development of patrilineal social systems during the Neolithic period, where children inherit their father’s…
Some families call it as a test of faith, while others deem it a curse.…
A new study suggests that individuals with growth hormone receptor deficiency, also known as Laron…
Researchers at Columbia University have identified a genetic variant that may lower the risk of…