A genetic genealogy study by a group of researchers has revealed the ancient origin of Coorgs, which presented an insightful ...

A single Neanderthal gene slipped into lab mice triggered unexpected changes in their skeletons. Scientists in Japan uncovered traits echoing long-lost human cousins.

The human organism is far too complex and unpredictable to program like a computer and optimize for longevity.

Researchers studied the Kodava people's genetic code and found three genetically distinct ancient subgroups in their timeline ...

Songbirds who make the arduous flight from their nesting sites in northern boreal forests to warm, southern climates in the winter may be rewarded for their journey with greater genetic diversity.

DNA is the genetic code that provides the biological instructions for every living species, but not every bit of DNA helps ...

Researchers from the Agricultural Research Service (ARS) have discovered a breakthrough in the fight against Fusarium Head ...

For many, the aroma of a fresh cup of coffee signals the start of a productive day. But for others, sipping on coffee late at ...

Researchers have identified a remarkably small but critical piece of genetic code that helps determine how brain cells connect, communicate, and function. The discovery not only deepens our ...

One such approach, the use of within-field crop genetic diversity, has been shown to reduce disease severity in experimental plots and has been used commercially in some cases 1,2,3,4. However ...

A new study proves that a type of genetic element called 'introners' is the mechanism by which many introns spread within and ...