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Researchers get viable mice by editing DNA from two sperm

Rare success The researchers spent time ensuring that the enzymes they had were modifying the methylation as expected, and that…

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World

Defying Darwin: Scientists discover worms rewrote their DNA to survive on land

In 1859, Darwin imagined evolution as a slow, gradual progress, with species accumulating small changes over time. But even he…

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World

Koalas on the brink: Precision DNA test offers a lifeline to Australia’s icons

A University of Queensland-led project has developed a tool to standardize genetic testing of koala populations, providing a significant boost…

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Tech

23andMe founder Anne Wojcicki will regain control of embattled DNA company after all

In a surprise twist, 23andMe founder and former CEO Anne Wojcicki is set to regain control of the DNA company’s…

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Health

Guest molecules ride perfect waves in dna droplets—A breakthrough for synthetic biology

Researchers at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (JGU), the Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research and the University of Texas at…

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Health

Johns Hopkins blood test detects tumor dna three years early

Genetic material shed by tumors can be detected in the bloodstream three years prior to cancer diagnosis, according to a…

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Health

Hidden in your dna: The mutation combo that raises clot risk by 180%

Blood clots can form in both arteries and veins. However, the reasons behind them differ, as do the consequences and…

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Health

The hidden dna repair system that could transform cancer treatment

When DNA breaks inside the cell, it can spell disaster, especially if the damage occurs in areas of the genome…

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Food & Drink

Skittles Finally Drops a Risky Additive Flagged for DNA Damage

Skittles no longer contains titanium dioxide in its U.S. formulation, an additive banned in Europe since 2022 and linked to…

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World

DNA floating in the air tracks wildlife, viruses — even drugs

Dublin is known as a city where you can enjoy a few pints of Guiness, get a warm welcome from…

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