Real-Life Jurassic Park Possible? Experts Say Dinosaurs Can Be Recreated From Their DNA

ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE 12.22.2021 21:51 PM

In early 2021, one paleontologist was asked if it would be possible for the dinosaurs' DNA to be used to recreate them. The first major problem would be getting the DNA, s it is inclined to deteriorate and eventually disintegrate, after approximately seven million years.

Herpes Virus Invades the Nervous System, Study Reveals Its Complicated Hijacking Sequence

11.19.2021 05:52 AM

A research team has just revealed an important piece of the puzzle that could possibly lead the way to new approaches to treating the herpes virus, and why and how it is invading the nervous system.

DNA Reveals Brain Differences Between Humans and Chimpanzees; Researchers Grow 2 Cell Types to Compare

11.14.2021 20:21 PM

Sweden-based Lund University stem cell researchers recently found that DNA is following brain differences between humans and nonhuman primates.

Mammuthus Primigenius: Human Activities Speed Up Extinction of Ancient Woolly Mammoths, Study Says

11.13.2021 00:12 AM

A new study contradicts previous research claiming that climate change triggers the extinction of woolly mammoths. Instead, the recent findings showed that human activities were the significant drivers of the Mammuthus primigenius' disappearance.

Prostate Cancer Cure: Newly Discovered RNA Molecule Can Suppress Malignant Tumors

11.08.2021 05:12 AM

Breakthrough research shows a vital non coding RNA molecule that can suppress prostate tumor growth that can aid drug resistant prostate cancer patients.

Is Irritable Bowel Syndrome Linked to Anxiety? Over 50,000 Individuals’ DNA Compared

11.08.2021 00:20 AM

Researchers recently said genes may in some way go towards the explanation of the reason a common yet poorly understood gut condition, specifically irritable bowel syndrome or IBS, is frequently associated with anxiety.

Dinosaur Cloning Might Become Possible: First Healthy Prehistoric DNA Was Found in a Perfectly Preserved Fossil in China

10.21.2021 03:59 AM

Dinosaur cloning might soon become a reality after scientists found exquisitely preserved cartilage cells in a dinosaur in China that may contain the first dinosaur DNA.

Evolution Explains How the Illusion of Physical Attractiveness is Wired in the Brain

10.13.2021 07:30 AM

Scientists say that the illusion of physical attractiveness has been programmed into the brain by the DNA that has been affected by human evolution for many years.

‘Mystery Plant’ Species Unveiled; New Type Found in the Amazon Rainforest Confirmed 50 Years After First-Ever Unearthing

10.10.2021 00:04 AM

The original 20-foot specimen of what recent reports have described as a "mystery plant" was discovered in 1973 by Chicago's Field Museum's retired curator Robin Foster.

Lost World: Mysterious Ancient Mangrove Ecosystem Flourishes 124 Miles Away From the Nearest Ocean

10.08.2021 03:30 AM

Scientists said that it was like putting together a lost world when they discovered the hidden mangrove ecosystem in the heart of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, which is 124 miles away from the nearest ocean.

Why Are Some Twins Identical? Study Sheds Light on Mysterious DNA Epigenetics

09.30.2021 06:29 AM

Scientists have discovered a'signature' in DNA among newborns born after a fertilized egg divides, putting the notion that it happens at random to rest.

Scientists Reconstructed the Faces of 3 Egyptian Mummies Using Ancient DNA Extracted From Their Bodies

09.28.2021 05:42 AM

For the first time, scientists were able to create 3D reconstructions of the faces of three Egyptian mummies using forensic DNA phenotyping, revealing what they would have looked like when they were still alive.

Dual Genomic Ancestry of Japanese People Debunked: Genetic Analysis Showed They Descended From Three Ancient Cultures

09.20.2021 04:08 AM

Genetic analysis of ancient DNA on skeletons of people from before and after the farming period shows that modern Japanese people descended from three ancient cultures rather than just two.

Stem Cell Theory of Aging: Study Reveals How Acetate, Epigenetics Can Strengthen Bones Allowing Humans to Live Longer

09.15.2021 22:31 PM

Researchers revealed the potential of acetate, known as a food additive, in strengthening aging bones. They describe their discovery as a “fountain of youth” substance.

Genomic Stress Due to Incomplete DNA Base Excision Repair Results to Neuronal Death in Parkinson's Disease Model

09.08.2021 23:10 PM

A new study shows that incomplete DNA base excision repair (BER) promotes genomic stress that causes age-related neurodegenerative disorders, like Parkinson's Disease.

Brain Cells Destroyed as Neurons Learn Faster; DNA Breaks May Provide Answer to Genetics

09.05.2021 23:47 PM

MIT research shows that brain cells break their own double-stranded DNA as one learns quickly. DNA damage, although known to have negative effects, has beneficial functions.

Sickness While Aging: Research on Genetics Cites Other Factors of Falling Ill Than Getting Older

08.31.2021 02:13 AM

In a study, researchers explored the potential link between aging and becoming ill as one gets older. They found that other factors may have led to such diseases than mere age.

Hormones, Couples' Romantic Passion Levels, May Be Affected by Their Exposure to Sunlight

08.25.2021 22:35 PM

Sunlight is substantially affecting humans, specifically, their sex hormones when they get exposed to it, a new study found.

DNA Molecules Extraction Made Possible with Nanopore Instead of Merely Detecting Diseases and Genetic Disorders

08.24.2021 23:30 PM

Researchers from SANKEN Osaka University have demonstrated a novel in situ extraction and measurement of DNA molecules via nanopores that reduces unnecessary steps that could incur errors.

Mammalian Retrovirus-Like Protein: This May Help Expand mRNA delivery; Potential Solution for Nucleic Acid Therapies

08.20.2021 06:47 AM

A type of protein may help in the expansion of mRNA delivery and may possibly aid in nucleic acid therapeutics, a new study revealed.

Two Female Sharks Reproduce Offspring; Recorded as First Case of Asexual Reproduction in Italy

08.20.2021 04:49 AM

In a tank full of female sharks, a miracle baby shark was born, marking the first instance of asexual reproduction in the smooth-hound shark species.