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Is There a Benefit to Having Neanderthal DNA in the Human Genome?

Learn more about what how humans ended up having Neanderthal DNA in their genome and what it means if you have it.

Circular single-stranded DNA molecules for safer genetic medicine

To our immune system, a potentially lifesaving gene therapy can look a lot like a dangerous infection. That's because most ...

First human DNA-cutting enzyme that senses physical tension discovered

An international research team has identified a human protein, ANKLE1, as the first DNA-cutting enzyme (nuclease) in mammals ...

Chongwei Shi Advances Genetic Research Through DNA Microarray Technology Principles and Applications

A recent study highlights how DNA microarray technology enables high-throughput gene analysis, supporting variation detection, expression ...
New Atlas

Watch: Glowing tool seeks out DNA damage in real time

DNA can sustain serious injuries called double strand breaks, in which both strands of the helix snap. These breaks are among ...

Genome sequencing is now affordable, but is it worth doing?

The cost of decoding our genetic makeup has plummeted. Just because it’s affordable doesn’t necessarily mean it’s worth doing ...

How to build a genome: Scientists release troubleshooting manual for synthetic life

Leading synthetic biologists have shared hard-won lessons from their decade-long quest to build the world's first synthetic ...
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Disrupted genome architecture drives lymphoma development

Cancer isn't just about broken genes-it's about broken architecture. Imagine a city where roads suddenly vanish, cutting off neighborhoods from essential services.