Recent data suggest that instead of folding into rigid higher-order structures, chromatin is malleable and diverse.

A cardiovascular surgeon’s research was rejected for publication because it referenced evolutionary theory, Turkish outlets report, while the university at the center of the tumult claims the story is false. 

Forensic experts explain. 

The first global evaluation of populations demonstrates that certain species are diminishing considerably.

S. Allen Counter pursued scientific questions within various cultures throughout the world.

Scientists examine floating traces of DNA left by fish to better understand New York’s aquatic life.

The presence of similar light-emitting enzymes in the distantly related organisms lends new insight into bioluminescence evolution.

Using single-cell RNA sequencing, scientists characterize new populations of dendritic cells and monocytes.

A newly identified marker for a common pancreatic cancer may help doctors detect the disease in its earlier stages.

The first-of-its-kind study follows on the heels of ethicists’ urging vaccine developers to conduct clinical trials in pregnant women.

A Food and Drug Administration advisory panel unanimously calls for agency approval of the cell therapy for the treatment of resistant leukemia. 

The Broad Institute and others sign on to participate in a platform designed to streamline the licensing process.