Brain Molecule Found to Play Key Role in Autism, Other Disorders

Medicine & Technology Apr 07, 2021

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.

Human DNA From the Air Could Now Be Collected

Apr 01, 2021

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

Mar 29, 2021

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.

Researchers Find the Genetic Secret of the Bunny Hop

Mar 25, 2021

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

International Project Reveals 64 New Human Genomes to Better Reflect Genetic Diversity

Mar 01, 2021

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

Researchers Develop New Technique to Switch Gens ‘On’ and ‘Off’

Feb 26, 2021

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?

Feb 17, 2021

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

Jan 21, 2021

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

Dec 24, 2020

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

Is Height a Genetic Factor?

Nov 04, 2020

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

Scientists Found ‘Devastating’ New Genetic Disease That Killed 40% of Its Patients

Nov 02, 2020

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

Oct 30, 2020

When dogs were still wolves, an unlikely bond formed between them and our human ancestors.

A Genetic Mutation Unique to Men Uncovers A New Chronic Inflammatory Disease Called VEXAS

Oct 29, 2020

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

Neanderthal Gene Increases Risk of Severe COVID-19

Oct 01, 2020

A new study has found that a genetic variant responsible for increased risks of severe COVID-19 is almost identical to those found in a Neanderthal ancestor from southern Europe.

Mutations That Affect Aging May Be More Common Than Previously Thought

Sep 30, 2020

A study conducted on fruit flies reveals that there might be more mutations that affect aging than scientists previously thought.