Scientists Find the Oldest-Known DNA, Opening a New Chapter in Paleogenetics
If you feel too old already, keep this in mind: the oldest-known DNA fragment is about two million years old.…
Cats Could Be Able to Carry Crime Scene DNA
Regardless of how much we love cats, we all have to admit that our feline friends are not always acting…
New Study Finds that Black Death Pandemic Survivors Passed Down a Genetic Advantage to Their Descendants!
According to a study published in the journal Nature earlier this week, the Black Death may have altered not just…
World Premiere: Scientists Fully Sequence the Human Genome
Figuring out how the human genetic code works requires an unprecedented amount of teamwork. The human genome is way more…
DNA From Neandtherhals and Denisovans Influence Our Health
There have been many archaic humans that were once part of the planet before they got extinct and before the…
DNA Evidence Suggests Anxiety Is Linked to IBS
Irritable bowel syndrome, referred to as IBS, is a medical condition that affects the digestive system, causing symptoms such as…
“Junk DNA” From Our Bodies Could Be Far More Important Than Scientists Thought
The human DNA is more complex than anybody could ever imagine. Each individual’s DNA is unique, although all DNA is…
Can We Bring Dinosaurs Back to Life With the Help of DNA?
Dinosaur fossils are unlike anything else on Earth. They are the preserved remains of ancient creatures that walked the Earth…
Mysterious DNA Found in Mud is Seemingly Capable of Assimilating Genes From Different Organisms
Scientists have been puzzled for so long for the DNA molecule’s (Deoxyribonucleic acid) ability to carry genetic instructions for the…
Bacteria Can Become Drug-Resistant Superbugs After Infection With Some Viruses
Bacteria are single-celled organisms older than dirt, meaning that they’ve been around for over 3.5 billion years. Although bacteria represent…
Rummaging Through Mud in the Name of Science Reveals Genome of a Human From Unknown Population
Mud from beneath the floor of a cave might say nothing for most of us, but for scientists involved in…
Part Human and Part Monkey Embryos Become Reality
The human DNA is strikingly similar to those of monkeys, having about 90% of the same characteristics. Creating embryos that…
Are DNA Tests A Scam?
Over the past few years a narrative has been playing out in the media. We saw the rise of the…
How Life Began on Earth: Researchers Make Significant Step Forward
Science has uncovered a lot of mysteries about life, but so far, it missed the most important part: how did…
Impressive Non-DNA Paternal To Offspring Experience Information Transmission Discovered!
It has long been known that a parent’s DNA is the primary determinant of health and disease in offsprings. However,…