How New Genes Help Peaches Evolve: The Secret Inside Their DNA
Newswise — The emergence of new genes plays a critical role in driving species-specific traits and adaptive evolution.…
In vitro bloom: scientists map bamboo genome to crack the code of its rare flowering
Newswise — Woody bamboos, despite their ecological and economic value, exhibit infrequent and unpredictable flowering, often followed by…
Unlocking the Mystery of Purple Leaves: The Genetic Secrets of Tea Plants
Newswise — Purple tea (Camellia sinensis) contains high levels of anthocyanins, a class of flavonoids with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory,…
Developing Next-Generation Analytical Technique for Gene and Cell Doping and Ensuring Ethics and Fairness in Sports
Newswise — Changmin Sung, a principal researcher at the Doping Control Center at the Korea Institute of Science…
ASHG Announces 2025 Professional Award Recipients
Newswise — Rockville, Md. – The American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) congratulates the recipients of the ASHG 2025 Professional…
From Seed to Spice: Scientists Map the Genetic Life of Chili Peppers
Newswise — Chili peppers (Capsicum annuum L.) are among the most widely cultivated spice crops, valued for their…
Vadodara-based Genexis Biotech raises Rs 4 crore in a seed funding round
Genexis Biotech, a bio-manufacturing startup focused on developing animal-origin-free recombinant proteins using recombinant technology and precision fermentation, has…
Pepper’s Fertility Puzzle Solved: Gene Discovery Unlocks Hybrid Potential
Newswise — Cytoplasmic male sterility (CMS) systems have revolutionized hybrid seed production by eliminating the need for manual…
Rep. Cline cosponsors bill to protect genetic privacy
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) – Virginia 6th District Congressman Ben Cline (R) has cosponsored a bipartisan bill aimed at…
How Tomatoes Team Up with Fungi: Scientists Decode a Genetic Switch for Smarter Nutrient Use
Newswise — Phosphorus is vital for plant growth, but in most soils, it exists in forms that are…
Chinese Landrace Sheds Light on Seed Weight Genetics in Pigeonpea
Newswise — Pigeonpea (Cajanus cajan) is a vital legume for millions of farmers across Asia, Africa, and Latin…
Where Are All the AI Drugs?
A new drug usually starts with a tragedy. Peter Ray knows that. Born in what is now Zimbabwe,…