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The root system of a tree species is genetically different than the leaves of that individual, potentially modifying scientists’ understanding of evolution.
Fossils from northern Kenya point to a new human species that lived in Africa nearly 2 million years ago.
The presidential bioethics brain trust unveils its draft recommendations on the use of whole genome sequencing in clinical care and research.
Mitochondria mutations that affect male, but not female, aging could explain why women tend to live longer than men.
Allowing athletes to enhance their performance by using genetic engineering to manipulate their DNA may become a reality of future Olympic Games.
Two whole genome duplications boosted the complexity of the ancestor of all vertebrates, but also introduced potential for disease.
The first full computer model of a single-celled organism mimics the bacterium’s behaviors and paves the way to more complete disease models.
The first genetic comparison of one man’s individual sperm cells uncovers unique genetic shuffling representative of a much bigger population.
Rather than rely on plant-derived products, biotech companies are engineering bacteria and yeast to produce ingredients for fragrances.
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