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The Komodo dragon is an awesome predator -- and now scientists have discovered its genetic secrets.
It's time to put CRISPR to the test, but researchers are cautious.
This could be a game changer.
"We are incredibly excited about this first discovery on the road to realizing the goals of the Harnessing Plants Initiative," the authors say.
This could end up saving many lives.
Nature has a way of pressuring creatures to adapt to their environments over generations.
Move away, Nature -- come in, Life 2.0.
This could help us keep dangerous viruses at bay.
Modern genetics sheds new light on these ancient religious wars.
The redwood has the 2nd largest genome in the world.
You want Jurassic Park? Because this is how you get Jurassic Park.
The powerful CRISPR is set to revolutionize medicine.
Let's just say that famous Habsburg jaw isn't ruled out.
There are over 10,000 reptiles but scientists haven't been able to use CRISPR on any of them -- until now.
Synthetic life isn't a paradox anymore.
The marriage of these two technologies can only mean something great is in store.
Researchers say that the study marks a "significant step toward bringing mammoths back from the dead."
Thank you, Asia, you're the real MVP.
In fact, it can produce some cannabinoids that are not naturally-occurring.
This group of fish is unique among all vertebrates.
It's easier and more effective than other gene editing methods. What's more, there's no risk of transmitting altered genes to other species, such as weeds.
No time like mealtime.
"Tools like CATCH will help us and others detect outbreaks earlier and generate more data on pathogens that can be shared with the wider scientific and medical research communities," the authors say.
DNA testing kits have developed tremendously in recent times, moving out of the lab and onto the real world. After all, who wouldn’t want to trace their genetic heritage? Most of the time, it only takes a few weeks (and a reasonable sum) to find out where your lineage came from. But how does it […]
It's not the first time Watson has made racist statements.
It could be a game changer for patients suffering from paralysis and other nervous system problems.
Smarts, we got'em!
We're entering a new age of scientific breakthrough, and this could be absolutely huge.
The whole odd affair is unprecedented.
A discovery that's set to rewrite textbooks on biology.
A significant portion of most people's DNA is Neanderthal.
Against international best practices, researchers in China claim to have facilitated the birth of twin girls whose DNA had been altered with gene editing tools.
So, which one is your favorite?
One of the most ambitious projects ever attempted in science.
We're not sure yet if a father's experience can affect the health of offspring.
These canine white walkers got their famous blue eyes thanks to a genetic duplication.
This could help scientists uncover the origin of social behavior in all animals.
A genetic fluke two to three million years ago turned humans into the best endurance runners around.
Looks like some DNA is able to bear the test of time.
If you have sleep issues or weight issues, you should read this.
More food for less effort? Sign me up!
Glow your own way.
Foxy genes.
Having babies actually makes them live longer.
Sorry, ladies.
But that doesn't mean the environment isn't more important.
The discovery stands to change our understanding of the Roman fishing industry and the history of two endangered whale species.
DNA replication is the basis for biological inheritance.
The lazy panda has a richer story than you'd think.
What you need to know before testing your DNA.
