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How Siberian Huskies got their ghostly blue eyes

These canine white walkers got their famous blue eyes thanks to a genetic duplication.

MDMA or 'ecstasy' makes octopuses more social, too

This could help scientists uncover the origin of social behavior in all animals.

One broken gene made us very good runners

A genetic fluke two to three million years ago turned humans into the best endurance runners around.

Extinct cave bear DNA pops up in modern brown bears

Looks like some DNA is able to bear the test of time.

Losing sleep can lead to more extra pounds

If you have sleep issues or weight issues, you should read this.

Wheat's genetic secrets could lead to better, more resilient crops

More food for less effort? Sign me up!

Bermuda fireworms glow in a one-of-a-kind way

Glow your own way.

Foxy genes: Scientists map red fox genes associated with wild or tame behavior

Foxy genes.

Naked mole-rat kings and queens challenge what we know about aging

Having babies actually makes them live longer.

A lung-healing protein could be the reason why men recover from flu faster than women

Sorry, ladies.

Scientists find more than 1,200 genes linked to educational attainment

But that doesn't mean the environment isn't more important.

Roman fish salting workshops reveal two whale species lost from the Mediterranean

The discovery stands to change our understanding of the Roman fishing industry and the history of two endangered whale species.

What are the steps of DNA replication?

DNA replication is the basis for biological inheritance.

Scientists find 22,000 year-old giant panda belonging to a distinct long-lost lineage

The lazy panda has a richer story than you'd think.

Understanding the Pros and Cons of DNA Testing

What you need to know before testing your DNA.

Icelanders went through drastic genetic changes since the island was colonized

A lot has changed in the past 10 centuries -- including genetics.

Wearing glasses might really mean you're smarter, new study finds

Glasses can drastically change a person's appearance.

Genes of living descendents might solve mystery of the Inca Empire's origin

Myths surrounding the founding of the Inca might not only be true -- they also seem to be linked.

Weight gain is mostly controlled by what you eat -- not genetics

This is good news, because it means we can change things.

This fungus senses gravity using a gene it borrowed from bacteria

Don't mind me, just borrowing some genes to make gravity-sensing crystals. Sorry, what?

Scientists confirm weird 'knot-shaped' DNA structure in human cells for the first time

Forget the double-helix for a second -- there are other, more interesting DNA structures out there.

Humans and chimp brains may have a turbo-charged fight-or-flight response

Such adaptations could form the evolutionary roots of human warfare.

Scientists pinpoint genes that give us our hair color

Women have lighter hair then men, on average -- and researchers can now know what your hair color is after a simple DNA sample.

Wild yeast likely evolved in China, reveals genetic sequencing of over 1,000 strains

Their results point to East Asia (China) as the yeast's area of origin.

The Yangtze river porpoise, unique for living in freshwater, has special genetic adaptations

The purpoise of the study was to learn more about the genetics of this unique cetacean.

Almost 40% of at-home DNA tests are inaccurate, scientists warn

At-home DNA tests are used to offer information about one's ancestors, risks of certain diseases, and other traits, such as eye color.

Sudden infant death syndrome linked to a rare genetic mutation

Researchers believe a rare mutation associated with breathing muscles is the cause of SIDS.

Surreal, six-inch mummy with an elongated skull finally described by scientists

Spoiler alert: not an alien.

New method developed to stop bacteria from sharing antibiotic resistance genes

No multiplayer-evolution any longer, pleasethankyou!

Researchers develop nanospears that can transport DNA to cells with pinpoint accuracy

This new technique is less harmful to the cells and more efficient than other non-viral DNA transfer techniques.

A year in space -- it really changes your genes

There's no need to panic, but these aren't exactly happy news.

Slowing Down Cancer by Activating the Circadian Clock

New research suggests we can target body clock genes to prevent tumors.

Two raven lineages that tied the knot yield evidence of 'speciation reversal'

Birds of a feather... merge together.

Childbirth can make women's cells age faster than smoking or obesity

Scientists discovered that having children significantly shortened telomeres (genetic markers of aging).

One tiny mutation could triple the world's production of grain

Not bad for one gene.

Man-made: we've domesticated our own species

Does this make us pets?

Novel cancer 'assassin' discovered: Huntington's Disease

Repetitive RNA molecules found in Huntington's disease are toxic to cancerous cells.

The genome of the first African in Iceland has been reconstructed, without any physical remains

He lived 200 years ago.

DNA study shows 4,000 year-old mummies are half brothers

The Two Brothers turned out to be, in fact, brothers. But it wasn't an easy feat.

Alcohol byproduct causes DNA mutations that might lead to cancer

An alcohol metabolite, acetaldehyde, caused significant DNA  alterations in mice stem cells.

How CRISPR gene editing is poised to change everything from medicine to ecosystems

CRISPR could be a massive game changer.

Family from Italy can't feel physical pain because of genetic mutation

This discovery might lead to a new type of painkillers.

Tasmanian tiger genome reveals new clues about its extinction but also surprising kinship to kangaroo

It was also particularly vulnerable to disease well before humans arrived in Australia.

Gene mutation very common in a Amish community might extend lifespan by 10 years

The Amish could hold the secret to the 'fountain of youth'.

New 'Golden' Potato packed with Vitamin A and E could fight malnutrition in developing nations

A new GMO crop could help millions with micronutrient deficiencies.

Gene therapy creates new skin for boy with rare, devastating condition

The boy was given a new chance at life.

New therapy rejuvenates old cells in the lab, which now behave like young cells

Shortly after the therapy, the aged cells started dividing and had longer telomeres.

New CRISPR tools target RNA rather than DNA. They could fix 'typos' responsible for half of all genetic diseases

Scientists have sharpened CRISPR's scalpel.

Scientists create low-fat pigs by giving them a thermal regulation gene

At the very least, this is a testament to how far genetic editing has come.

Easter Island natives may not have sailed all the way to South America after all

It doesn't seem that Native Americans mixed with Polynesians before European contact.