DNA barcoding is one of the newest and fastest rising scientific fields. A five year old technology that has widespread applications from food safety …
Continue ReadingFor the first time ever, researchers have discovered the gene mutations that cause the childhood cancer neuroblastoma. The same mutations also play a …
Continue ReadingGenetic disorders are diseases or conditions that are caused by abnormalities in genes or chromosomes. Some are known at birth, whilst others make an …
Continue ReadingThey give us everything, and without them we’d be nothing. Understanding how our genes work is giving us unprecedented powers to shape our own …
Continue ReadingThe birth of Dolly the sheep completely changed the field of genetics and science as a whole. Although she died prematurely, her life left a lasting …
Continue ReadingScientists have uncovered one of the clearest signs yet that obesity has a genetic component. In a study of 228 women by researchers at the …
Continue ReadingAn essential guide to the structure and function of DNA, chromosomes and genes.
Continue ReadingRed hair is the rarest natural colour amongst humans. The colouring is due to mutations on a gene known as MC1R. This article looks at the genetic …
Continue ReadingThe Frozen Ark Project is a global initiative that will ultimately harness the power of genetics to prevent animals from becoming extinct. Gene banks …
Continue ReadingSome believe that it’s a chance to be reunited with their dead pets. To others this kind of genetic manipulation is an abomination. A South …
Continue ReadingThere’s a big buzz in biology about a group of proteins called zinc finger nucleases. A pretty exotic name for sure, but potentially they have …
Continue ReadingAncient civilizations began domesticating crops and animals thousands of years ago. These ancient practices can be considered types of biotechnology …
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