Cholesterol and Dementia Links in Genetic Meta-Analysis
NEW cholesterol and dementia research reveals promising reductions in dementia risk through specific cholesterol-lowering drug targets. A large-scale…
Scientists Reveal How Jumping Genes Move in DNA
Long Interspersed Nuclear Element-1 (LINE-1 or L1) is the only active, self-copying genetic element in the human genome—comprising…
The genetics behind why some fish remain tiny
A tiny goby of the species Coryphopterus personatus swims near a Caribbean reef. U-M postdoctoral researcher Emily Troyer…
Selection Signatures Identified in Domesticated Mandarin Fish
Recent advancements in genomics have shed light on the fascinating world of aquaculture, particularly in understanding the genetic…
New AI Tool Reveals Genetic Link Between Memory Cells and Alzheimer’s
Summary: A new computational tool developed by researchers has uncovered genetic evidence directly linking Alzheimer’s disease to the…
One tiny gene change may have ended the Neanderthals
Around 50,000 years ago, modern humans walked into lands already claimed by Neanderthals. Both groups hunted, crafted tools,…
University of Minnesota study uncovers new genetic factors in childhood leukemia
A new study led by researchers at the University of Minnesota Medical School has identified genetic factors that…
Scientists Reveal How Jumping Genes Move in DNA
Long Interspersed Nuclear Element-1 (LINE-1 or L1) is the only active, self-copying genetic element in the human genome—comprising…
Natural Japanese and Taiwanese hinoki cypresses genetically differentiated 1 million years ago
image: Needle and cone of hinoki cypress, Chamaecyparis obtus view more Credit: University of Tsukuba Tsukuba, Japan—Hinoki cypress…
International award for group leader recognises excellence in wheat genetics and genomics
Dr Philippa Borrill, a group leader at the John Innes Centre, visited Italy recently to accept the Carlotta Award…