World's Largest Genome: New Caledonian Fern Found To Have 50 Times More DNA in Its Cells' Nuclei Compared to Humans

MEDICINE & HEALTH 06.02.2024 22:53 PM

The Guinness World Records has recognized the New Caledonian fern as having the largest genome in the world. Read to learn more.

4,000-Year-Old Teeth Reveal Microbiome From Bronze Age; What Does Bacterial Genome Say About Evolution of Human Diet?

04.01.2024 04:32 AM

Genetic analyses of microbiomes from ancient teeth reveal major changes in the oral microenvironment from the Bronze Age to the modern times. Check this article to learn more.

Over 275 Million New Gene Variants Discovered in Groundbreaking US Research Project; Why Is Knowing a Population's Genetic Diversity Important?

02.20.2024 05:11 AM

In a $3 billion NIH study, 245,000 Americans' genomes revealed 275 million new gene variants, some linked to diseases like cancer and diabetes. Check out more details in this article.

Blue Whales in the North Atlantic Found To Engage Regularly in Interspecies Mating With Fin Whales, Genome Sequencing Reveals

02.12.2024 04:02 AM

Recently decoded genomes of Atlantic blue whales disclose surprisingly elevated levels of fin whale DNA, indicating more frequent interspecies mating than thought. Continue reading to learn more details.

DNA Invader: Ancient Genetic Colonizer Inhabits Our Genome and Causes Disease-Causing Mutation

12.27.2023 06:40 AM

A new study reveals how an ancient genetic component makes aggressive intrusion into our genome. Continue reading the article to find out more.

Wooly Rhino Genome Reconstructed From DNA Extracted From Cave Hyena Fossilized Poop

11.03.2023 00:32 AM

The wooly rhino genome was reconstructed from DNA of fossilized poop, or coprolites, that were excavated and included in museum collections. Read to learn more.

PUCH Enzyme Helps Fight Parasitic DNA in Human Genomes, Offers Key in Detecting and Preventing Infections

10.03.2023 09:28 AM

A new enzyme was discovered which plays an important role in preventing the spread of parasitic DNA in our genomes. Read the article to find out more.

Genome Analysis of Yellow Fever Reveals Deadly Route of the Virus From Amazon to South Brazil

09.04.2023 08:53 AM

RNA sequences of yellow fever virus show the route of the pathogen from the Amazon region to the densely populated areas of south Brazil. Find out more about it in this article.

45,000-Year-Old Woman's Facial Approximation Reveals Ancient Human-Neanderthal Features

08.01.2023 02:10 AM

The 45,000-year-old fossil of a woman found in Czech yields the oldest modern human genome, pre-dating the European and Asian ancestral divergence. Check out this article to learn what she looked like then.

Comprehensive Primate Genomic Catalog Unveils Insights into Human Evolution and Disease

06.05.2023 02:08 AM

Global study yields a comprehensive primate genomic catalog, shedding light on human evolution, diversity, and disease causes. Read the article to learn more.

Genome Sequencing Traces the Lineage of Early Humans; Is It Time to Reconsider Our Origin?

05.20.2023 05:14 AM

A genomic study conducted by a group of researchers suggests that the origin of human species came from a braid of branches that stemmed from migration and mixing of co-existing populations. Read the article to find out more.

Mysteries of Humanity: Lacking Information in Human Genome Could Be What Differentiates Humans From Others

05.01.2023 01:36 AM

While the additions to the human genome explain distinct qualities of humans, the uniform absence of information also speaks volumes. Read to learn more.

Newborn Genomes Program: 100,000 Babies Will Be Screened for 200 Rare but Treatable Genetic Conditions in the UK

03.20.2023 08:40 AM

Newborn babies in the UK will be tested for genetic conditions under a new program. Read the article for more details.

'Sea Turtles Genome: Greens, Leatherbacks' Differences in Genetics Hold The Key to Their Long-Term Survival

02.08.2023 11:00 AM

The greens and leatherbacks sea turtles have similar but not the same genomes. Read the article to know how their genetics could affect their survival.

Molecular Fingerprints of Pearl Oysters Discovered Through Genetic Study

12.21.2022 08:05 AM

Scientists dig into the genomes and genes of a pearl oyster. Read to know more about these findings,

Genome Research Resolves Evolutionary Lineage of ‘Platypus of Fungi’ Introducing Novel Branch in Fungal Evolution

11.29.2022 05:28 AM

Genome studies unveils revolutionary lineage of fungi, introducing a new branch in fungal evolution. Know more about this news here, read now!

CLIMB: Novel Statistical Model Provides More Efficient Way of Analyzing Large-Scale Genomic Data

11.14.2022 22:19 PM

Researchers developed a new statistical model that learns patterns of the condition-specificity present in genomic data across multiple conditions. Read the article to learn more.

AI Used in Identifying Genomic Tradeoffs in Mutation Brought About Human Evolution

09.20.2022 09:00 AM

Scientists are using artificial intelligence (AI) to study the human genome to determine which mutations were favored and which were only hitchhikers. Read the article to learn more.

Zebrafish Breakthrough: Largest Genetic Atlas a Milestone for Biomedical Research

07.05.2022 09:00 AM

Zebrafish are the second most used animal models for medical and life science research. Read on to find out how the largest genetic atlas of these small tropical fish revolutionizes biomedical research.

AI Software Helps to Discover New Genome Family in Gut Microbiomes Through Protein in Seafood-Poisoning Bacteria

07.03.2022 06:05 AM

A new AI-assisted study revealed previously unknown similarities between the protein structure in genes of infectious bacteria species. Read more about how the discovery was made.

New Microbiology Research Provides Evidence Virus Plays a Role in Evolution of Asgard Archaeans

06.27.2022 23:28 PM

Virus plays a crucial role in the development of Asgar archaeans or sophisticated living forms like humans. Continue reading to see the evidence presented in this new microbiology research study.