Nucleic acids

Plastic chemicals may harm DNA, as new research reveals how additives disrupt nematode egg formation, suggesting risks to human reproductive health.

Researchers shed light on why microbes make the chemicals responsible for petrichor, the earthy smell of recent rain.

Genetics and tolerance shake up how alcohol affects each person, creating a unique cocktail of experiences.

Volar injections made thigh skin thicker. This therapy could potentially help prevent pressure-induced skin damage in patients using prosthetics.

Explore how the design and application of appropriate assay controls ensure accurate and reproducible qPCR results.

From genetically modified mosquitoes to clinical therapies, learn how scientists apply gene editing techniques to answer a range of important research questions.