Researchers try unprecedented data sharing and cooperation to understand COVID-19—and develop a model for diseases beyond the coronavirus pandemic.

By revealing that animals could develop immune responses against their own tissues, the physician-scientist established an entirely new field of science.

Digital biomarkers of cognitive decline could alert us to the early stages of dementia before irreversible damage occurs.

Agronomic sciences should follow the lead of genetics and other disciplines in sharing data.

The chief scientist at the NSF initiative quits after two leaders were let go without her input.

Companies are building platforms based on blockchain technology to let individuals control and directly profit from their genomic and medical information.

Big data and empirical approaches to understanding diseases provide a limited picture of pathogenesis.

Luna DNA, Nebula Genomics, and other “bio-brokers” will allow customers to make money by granting access to their genetic and personal information for research purposes.

Americans and Australians aren’t far behind, according to a questionnaire of researchers.