DNA Recombination Present in Normal and Diseased Cell States

Medicine & Technology Jul 26, 2022

A team of international researchers found that the recombination of specific DNA genome sequences is present in both healthy and diseased cell states. Read on to find out the causality of recombination and DNA sequences.

How This Single Honeybee Created Millions of Clones Itself? Threatens Colony's Health

Jun 29, 2021

In 1990, a South African honeybee successfully cloned itself into millions after hitting a genetic jackpot that allows for a complete asexual reproduction without the risk of recombination.

COVID-19 Co-Infection: Will it Lead to Severe Cases?

Mar 03, 2021

Brazilian scientists report a case of co-infection between two COVID-19 variants in a patient. Although there were no indications of increased severity in symptoms and the patient was able to recover without the need for hospitalization, experts are monitoring the virus' ability to mutate and adapt to the human immune response.

Coronaviruses’ ‘Recombination’ Ability Potentially Adds To Rise of Dangerous Variants

Feb 05, 2021

New studies highlight how coronaviruses often mix their genetic components, potentially contributing to the increase of dangerous strains.