How Did Humans Evolve Such Rotten Genes? An Evolutionary Geneticist Explains.
By Laurence D. Hurst Published On: October 17, 2025 Humans aren’t evolution’s gold standard. Evolutionary geneticist Laurence D.…
Newborns with genetic defects increasing in Kerala, peaks in Thiruvananthapuram: Assembly report
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Marking a concerning finding in the state’s health trend, the Assembly Estimates Committee has come out with…
AI predicts cell responses to drugs and genetic changes
Controlling the state of a cell in a desired direction is one of the central challenges in life…
Cancer hijacks embryonic gene editors to fuel growth
Cancer cells are known to reawaken embryonic genes to grow. A new study reveals the disease also hijacks…
Variation at a Single Gene Controls Songbird Plumage
The black and white plumage coloration in different species of the wheatear songbirds is linked to multiple genetic…
Building A Future Without Missed Diagnoses
Despite advances, whole genome sequencing—and with it the promise of early, life-altering therapies—still isn’t a routine part of…
Baby Freddie’s ‘completely out of the blue’ cancer detected by genetic screening
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Tiny Engines Provide Energy for Life, Mapping Them Could Help Us Treat Genetic Disorders
Inside our cells are tiny engines that supply the energy to sustain life. These protein machines essentially burn…
Rhythmic Gene Conservation Uncovered in Autotetraploid Potato
In a groundbreaking study published in BMC Genomics, researchers have embarked on an extraordinary exploration of the autotetraploid…
Mercy to offer genetic testing identifying individual, family cancer risks
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) – Mercy Health Systems is now offering qualifying patients genetic testing to…
Barrington event to spotlight genetic cancer risk – Shaw Local
Community members are invited to an evening of education and personal stories at “Previvor Voices: Navigating Genetic Testing,”…
Scientists Identify New Gene Behind Hereditary Vision Loss
Summary: Researchers have identified a new genetic cause of hereditary optic atrophy—a condition that leads to gradual vision…