Genetics
Scientists Are Creating an Atlas of Human Cells
The Human Cell Atlas will boldly go where science, surprisingly, hasn’t gone before
Stalking Down Answers: Why Are Some Redwoods White?
The mysterious pale trees many not just be odd genetic mutations, a new study finds
Coffee Consumption Could Be in Your Genes
A new study shows a genetic variation in caffeine metabolism may lead some to drink a little less joe
Today’s Smooth-Running Horses May Owe Their Genetics to the Vikings
Scientists have determined the likely origin for the "gaitkeeper" gene, which controls gaitedness in horses
Bulldogs Are Dangerously Unhealthy, But There May Not Be Enough Diversity in Their Genes to Save Them
How we loved this dog into a genetic bind
How to Regulate the Incredible Promise and Profound Power of Gene Drive Technology
An evolutionary ecologist argues that cutting-edge genetic research that could lead to species extinction should be handled with care
Behold LUCA, the Last Universal Common Ancestor of Life on Earth
New discoveries suggest life likely descends from the inhospitable environment of deep sea vents
Are We Close to Having a Blood Test That Detects Cancer?
New research into "liquid biopsies" is promising, but there's still not proof they can find cancer in a healthy person
After 6,000 Years of Farming, Barley Is Still (More or Less) the Same
Talk about an ancient grain
Alexander McQueen Is Being Turned Into Leather
The late designer's DNA is part of a bizarre experiment in fashion ethics
How Roundup Ready Soybeans Rocked the Food Economy
This 1980s-era “gene gun” fired the shot heard around the world
No, a Mitochondrial 'Eve' Is Not the First Female in a Species
The latest story about a sperm whale “Eve” shows how people misunderstand the evolutionary term. Fear not: We can clarify
Some Genes Remain "Alive" for Days After the Body Dies
Studies in animals show that even when a creature has ceased to live, some genes are still busy doing their thing
Mammals May Have Dinosaurs to Thank for Their Night Vision
Mammals most likely developed a new pathway to night vision to avoid the jaws of dinos and other daytime predators
Editing of Human Genes May Begin by Year’s End in the U.S.
The first-ever trial of CRISPR in the U.S. will test if it's safe to edit T cells in cancer patients
Every Sperm Whale Alive Today May Have Descended From the Same Female
An 80,000-year-old "Eve" was the mother of all modern sperm whales—literally
Ruff News: Man’s Best Friend May Have Been Domesticated Twice
Where did Fido come from? It’s complicated
New Evidence Shows Peppered Moths Changed Color in Sync With the Industrial Revolution
Scientists used “jumping genes” as a time machine to track down changes in moths’ appearance
For One Day Only, Visit the Farm and Cryogenics Laboratory Trying to Save Endangered Livestock Breeds
Enjoy a farm tour, cryogenics demonstration and a heritage-breed beef burger at Newport, Rhode Island's Swiss Village Farm
Poverty Linked to DNA Changes That Could Lead to Mental Illness
Could a better understanding of the biomarkers of lower socieconomic status help raise kids out of poverty?
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