Decoding tomato’s genetic defense against aluminum toxicity
Aluminum toxicity is a major barrier to crop productivity in acidic soils, restricting root growth and nutrient uptake.…
Affordable Sequencing Method Deciphers Polyploid Crops
Newswise — Polyploid crops like potato, wheat, and blueberry are essential to agriculture, yet their genetics remain notoriously…
Genetic insights halt dementia before it starts
Every three seconds, someone in the world develops dementia—a condition expected to nearly double in prevalence every 20…
Minerals shaped human DNA in surprising ways
Minerals might look like small players in our meals, yet they can leave lasting marks in our DNA.…
This Swiss trick makes tomatoes bear fruit much faster
Tomatoes do not just grow faster on a whim. They speed up when a tiny spelling mistake in…
Surprising giant DNA discovery may be linked to gum disease and cancer
Researchers including those at the University of Tokyo have made a surprising discovery hiding in people’s mouths: Inocles,…
Atlas blue butterfly shatters animal record with 229 chromosomes
Scientists have sequenced the genome of the Atlas blue butterfly for the first time and confirmed it holds…
DDC Clinic to Showcase Rare Genetic Research and Care at Discovery Day Open House
Discovery Day Open House set for Sept. 25 DDC Clinic – Center for Special Needs Children is inviting…
Is DNA testing worth the cost, effort?Â
Cody Jorgensen spoke recently at the HPJ Live event in Wichita, Kansas. (Journal photo by Lacey Vilhauer.) Beef…
Chronic Alcohol Intake Stops Liver Cell Regeneration
A new study has shown that alcohol intake can interfere with the natural regenerative abilities of the liver.…
Hong Kong Lab Zentrogene Cracks Twin DNA Code; Gender Mystery Solved for Moms Worldwide
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 September 2025 – Zentrogene Laboratory, an international genetic testing…
Why I regret using 23andMe: I gave up my DNA just to find out I’m British | Technology
23andMe is facing implosion. As the once-promising genetic testing company flounders – losing 98% of its $6bn value,…