Research Fine Tunes Tools Used to Search for Genetic Causes of Asthma
Newswise — Genome wide association studies (GWAS) have identified hundreds of genome regions containing thousands of genetic variants…
New Resource Illuminates Gene Activity in African Populations
New resource illuminates gene activity in African populations 24 June 2025 – Wits University Newswise — First-of-its-kind dataset helps…
Genetics of Cardiomyopathy Risk in Cancer Survivors Differ by Age of Onset
Newswise — (MEMPHIS, Tenn. – June 20, 2025) The relationship between genetic variants and the risk of late-onset…
Mapping the Genetic Landscape of Yellow Catfish for Sustainable Aquaculture
Newswise — Researchers used ten microsatellite markers to evaluate the genetic structure of six populations from the Yangtze,…
From Tart to Sweet: How Genetics Shape Cherry Taste
Newswise — Sweet cherries are prized for their flavor, a balance of sweetness and acidity, but achieving consistent…
Wild Grape Genome Offers Blueprint for Disease-Resistant Vineyards
Newswise — Cultivated grapes (Vitis vinifera) are widely grown for wine and table use, but their susceptibility to…
Cracking the Banana Code: Scientists Unravel Genetic Secrets Behind Key Traits
Newswise — Banana breeding is notoriously difficult. Most cultivated bananas are sterile triploids with limited recombination and long…
Decoding the DNA of a Culinary Favorite: The Genetic Story of Flowering Chinese Cabbage
Newswise — Flowering Chinese cabbage (Brassica rapa ssp. chinensis var. parachinensis), known for its tender stalks and vibrant…
UTSW Scientists Link Another Gene to Obesity
Newswise — DALLAS – June 05, 2025 – Using a tool called Automated Meiotic Mapping (AMM) that was developed…
Genetics and Therapy Type Determine Second Cancer Risk After Childhood Treatment
Newswise — (MEMPHIS, Tenn. ) Physicians caring for survivors of childhood cancer later in life should be aware…