Thirty years out from the start of the Human Genome Project, researchers have finally finished sequencing the full 3 billion bases of a person’s genetic code. But even a complete reference genome has its shortcomings.

Bacteria that live in the digestive tracts of animals may influence the adaptive trajectories of their hosts.

George Church is at it again, this time using multiplex gene editing to create virus-proof cells, improve organ transplant success, and protect elephants.

Geriatric Disorders Author: Ricki Lewis SIDEBAR : TELOMERE BIOLOGY RESOURCES Chromosome tips, called telomeres, have long fascinated geneticists because they protect chromosomes from degradation. And recent research has revealed another vital role for telomeres: As they shrink with each cell division, they keep a biochemical tally of the number of divisions remaining in a cell's lifetime. If this precise control goes awry, the biochemical consequences could be dire, such as uncontrolled growt

Treating cancer by shutting down the alternative lengthening of telomeres (ALT) pathway

A handful of clinical trials are underway to find out whether drugs that target senescent cells can slow the ravages of old age.

Combating bacterial persistence; ancient canine evolution; T cells and transplants; sharing omics data and code

Early Neanderthal evolution; developing antivirals to combat polio; the mouth and skin microbiomes; insect-inspired, flight-stabilizing sensors

Tumors contain thousands of genetic changes, but only a few are actually cancer-causing. A quicker way to identify these driver mutations could lead to more targeted cancer treatments.

A new link between inflammation and rampant chromosomal abnormalities reveals novel strategies to treat diverse malignancies.