Latest about Genetics
Australia's 'worst female serial killer' freed after her children's deadly gene mutations come to light
New research has revealed that the children of Kathleen Folbigg each had genetic mutations that could explain their deaths.
Doctors identify never-before-seen genetic mutations that led to 2 children's insatiable hunger
Two children developed insatiable hunger and severe obesity due to rare genetic mutations, their doctors reported.
1st draft of a human 'pangenome' published, adding millions of 'building blocks' to the human reference genome
A new version of the human reference genome incorporates genetic data from 47 individuals from around the globe, deepening scientists' view into how genes work.
Rosalind Franklin knew DNA was a helix before Watson and Crick, unpublished material reveals
A new paper based on long-lost documents confirms that DNA discoverer Rosalind Franklin should be credited for discovering the double helix.
Nearly 150 genes involved in cartilage development may control human height, study suggests
In a study of mouse and human genes, scientists pinpointed 145 genes that regulate the cartilage cells in kid's growth plates and could determine how tall they grow.
What is 'male pattern baldness'?
Male pattern baldness begins at the top of the head and progresses over time.
DeepMind's AI used to develop tiny 'syringe' for injecting gene therapy and tumor-killing drugs
Researchers used the AI system AlphaFold to develop a tiny "syringe" that can inject proteins into cells.
Gene therapy: What is it and how does it work?
Gene therapies treat or prevent disease by tweaking the content or expression of cells' DNA.
