UK schools to explore DNA with new barley genetics project
The International Barley Hub (IBH), based at The James Hutton Institute, is bringing cutting-edge plant science into classrooms…
Genetic gain in dairy cows has increased rapidly in recent years, report shows
The rate of genetic gain in the Economic Breeding Index (EBI) has accelerated rapidly over the last number…
What genetics can tell us about how we engage with our worlds
In this talk, Professor Eley will provide a brief overview of the genetics of anxiety before moving on…
Estonian Genes Linked to Obesity Risk and Appetite
Estonia’s obesity rate has been steadily climbing and so have scientific efforts to understand why. New study, published…
Genetic and inflammatory factors amplify the link between earlier menopause and cognitive risk
Women are significantly more likely than men to develop Alzheimer’s disease. Earlier age at menopause is associated with…
Child IQ Tied to Parental Longevity in Genetic Study
EDINBURGH, Scotland, UNITED KINGDOM, 7 October 2025 — Researchers led by Dr. W. David Hill at the University…
Genetic testing helps South Florida women face breast cancer head on
When it comes to breast cancer, sometimes the biggest advantage is simply knowing your risk. Genetic testing can…
Genetic code reveals how mutations disrupt mRNA and cause disease
Genetic variation affecting splice-site choice is often near the splice-site and high resolution SpliSER-GWAS allows inferring the best…
Scientists Decode the Survival Secrets of a Rare Chinese Maple
Newswise — Acer pentaphyllum—a striking maple native to the Yalong River valley in Sichuan, China—was once thought to…
Scientists Insert Neanderthal Genes into Mice—What Happened Next Left Them Stunned
The mysteries of our ancient ancestors—Neanderthals and Denisovans—have long fascinated scientists. Recent research has offered an unexpected peek…