The common fluorescent marker GFP traveled a long road to take its popular place in molecular biology today.

The first reference-quality genome for this grass species could aid managers in understanding and eradicating this highly invasive plant.

Scientists have genetically modified isolated microbes for decades. Now, using CRISPR, they intend to target entire microbiomes.

Genetic engineering pioneer Kevin Esvelt’s work highlights biotechnology’s immense potential for good—but also for catastrophe.

Studies The Scientist covered this year illustrate the expanding importance of genetic and genomic research in all aspects of life science, from ecology to medicine.

What researchers are learning as they sequence, map, and decode species’ genomes

A high-quality genome sequence for this versatile insect will likely aid eco-evolutionary research.

With the help of directed evolution, scientists inch closer to developing viral vectors that can cross the human blood-brain barrier to deliver gene therapy.

Recombinase polymerase amplification lets researchers rapidly replicate DNA in the clinic, in the field, or even in the International Space Station.