Genetics

Most of the hibernator-associated changes in the genome appeared to “break” the function of specific pieces of DNA,…

Almost all organisms follow a basic rule to make proteins. Information in DNA is encoded by codons…

Obesity is a disease that affects more and more people. According to the World Obesity Federationin 2035 more…

An international research team led by scientists at Leipzig University has conducted a genome-wide association meta-analysis of olfactory…

By Christiana Ohimai Team Lead Genome Editing Research Group, Department of Cell Biology and Genetics, University of Lagos(UNILAG),…

Purple tea, known for its vivid color and health benefits, is gaining global attention, but the genetic mechanism…

A new genomic study has uncovered 178 de novo genes in peach that originated from previously noncoding DNA…

A research project to explore the genetic connection between the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) and the risk of developing…

Potato tubers are the result of an ancient hybridisation event Jackie Bale/Getty Images The humble potato, it turns…

(Image credit: ©ktsdesign/AdobeStock) To strengthen Opus Genetics’ gene therapy program focused on RDH12 gene mutations, the company announced…

After spending months without eating, drinking, or moving, hibernating mammals must rebound from extreme physiological changes. Two new…

Epigenetics is a system of molecular tags (orange squiggles) – such as methyl groups – that are added…

Hibernator “Superpowers” May Lie Hidden in Human DNA