Healthy Genetics, Less Mutations: The Importance of Keeping Males in a Population Highlighted in New Study

MEDICINE & HEALTH 06.28.2021 00:34 AM

Among animal populations, it has been observed that only a few males are needed to keep the numbers healthy and fertilize all the females. However, a new study shows that they are also important for keeping the gene pool healthy and keeping bad mutations away.

A Unique You: What Your Parents Add to Your Genes Aside from DNA

06.21.2021 23:21 PM

The branch of biology called epigenetics aims to understand how a person's environment, behavior, and a host of other factors affect the function and behavior of his or her genes - and a new study helps shed light on one of its mysteries.

Small Dogs Aggression May Be Due to Genetics and Owners Infantilization

06.08.2021 05:30 AM

Scientists theorize that the reason behind small dogs' aggression lies in owners' infantilization of the breed and genetics.

Virus-Resistant Tomatoes: TomaTech Cracks Code Against ToBRFV

05.16.2021 20:08 PM

In a major breakthrough, tomato seed company TomaTech has cracked the code that could lead to tomatoes becoming resistant against the ToBRFV.

National DNA Day 2021: How to Join the Celebration and Some Important Facts About the Double Helix Structure

04.25.2021 21:41 PM

National DNA Day 2021 is an important celebration of scientific discovery. It is worthy to celebrate as it commemorates the discovery of the double-helix structure of DNA in 1953 and the Human Genome's Project's completion in 2003.

Genetically Modified Mosquitoes in Florida Keys: What Can These Insects Do?

04.17.2021 21:54 PM

The EPA approved Oxitec’s mosquitoes for release this spring. They said GM mosquitoes are successful in reducing disease spread.

Can CRISPR Switch Gene Controls Without Touching DNA? Here's What Experts Say

04.12.2021 22:53 PM

Researchers can now control gene expressions with high specificity while leaving the sequence of the DNA unchanged.

DNA Shows Early European Migrants Regularly Interbred with Neanderthals

04.07.2021 21:57 PM

DNA recovered from a woman fossil in Bulgaria showed traces of Neanderthal ancestry, indicating regular interbreeding.

Brain Molecule Playing Key Role in Neurodevelopmental Disorders

04.07.2021 07:55 AM

Scientists have pinpointed a brain molecule, microRNA-29, as a powerful controller of brain maturation, playing a key role in such neurodevelopmental disorders as autism.

Scientists Discover Technology That Could Detect Human DNA From the Air

04.01.2021 00:01 AM

A British study shows a potential breakthrough in forensics with the ability to detect human DNA from the air.

Ancient Genomes Examination Offer Insight on the Rise and Fall of Scythians

03.29.2021 01:38 AM

A new study on ancient genomes reveals insights on the genetic events that signaled the rise, peak, and decline of the Scythians - an ancient civilization known as fearsome warriors on horseback that dominated the Eurasian steppes.

Bunny Hop: Here's Genetic Reason Why Some Animals Leap

03.25.2021 23:36 PM

By observing a rabbit breed that can't jump, scientists have pinpointed the gene required for animals to follow a traditional gait.

64 New Human Genomes Revealed, Expected to Better Reflect Genetic Diversity

03.01.2021 01:46 AM

The Human Genome Project has revealed a new dataset containing 64 new sequenced full human genomes that would better reflect genetic diversity.

CRISPR Genetic Tool May Switch Genes ‘On’ and ‘Off’ Using Nanobodies

02.26.2021 00:54 AM

Researchers developed a new technique to extend the efficiency of a pair of promising molecular tools, attached biological nanobodies to the DNA editing tool also known as CRISPR.

Did Scientists Just Discover The Oldest DNA Ever From a Million-Year-Old Mammoth?

02.17.2021 21:58 PM

Have you ever wondered how and why the genus breaks up into new organisms? Perhaps the answer lies in the oldest DNA ever sequenced.

Exclusive Interview with Emedgene's Einat Metzer: On Making Genetic Interpretation Accessible, Black Box AI, and Work with Illumina

01.21.2021 01:02 AM

To learn more about the startup that could revolutionize both genetics and machine learning, CEO and Co-Founder Einat Metzer walked us through Emedgene's goals and visions.

Study on Weedy Seadragon Genes Reveal Different Populations

12.24.2020 17:00 PM

A new study on Australian seadragon genetics reveals the significant variations between populations from different sections of the continent.

Geneticists Continue to Search for Height Genes

11.04.2020 11:00 AM

Searching for genes associated with height is quite complex due to thousands of genetic variations, mutations, and other factors.

Devastating New Genetic Disease Kills 40% of Its Patients

11.02.2020 08:40 AM

Scientists and medical research studies have discovered a new genetic disease attacking the lungs and immune system organs. Its mortality rate is 40%.

Best Friends For Ages: Tracking the Partnership of Dogs and Humans

10.30.2020 19:00 PM

When dogs were still wolves, an unlikely bond formed between them and our human ancestors. At a time when dogs were still wolves, an unlikely bond formed between them and our human ancestors - sometime before the last Ice Age ended, or at least 15,000 years ago.

Genetic Study Uncovers New Inflammatory Disease Affecting Men

10.29.2020 09:00 AM

Thousands of people with symptoms of inflammation remain undiagnosed. In a recent genetic study, researchers identified a new inflammatory disease found only in men.