Novel Therapy Studied for Inherited Breast Cancer
Scientists have found a new way to kill cancers caused by an inherited mutation in BRCA1
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Gene-Editing Technology May Produce Resistant Virus in Cassava Plant
An international team of biologists urge careful use of technology in research and flag potential biosafety risks
How Hot Spots of Genetic Variation Evolved in Human DNA
Study uncovers a complex story that hints at how adaptable, yet delicate, we are as a species
Opposite Effect: Protein Widely Known to Fight Tumors Also Boosts Cancer Growth
Researchers find evidence that genome "guardian" can stimulate cancer
Unraveling of 58-Year-Old Corn Gene Mystery May Have Plant-Breeding Implications
The mystery involved a spontaneous gene mutation that causes red pigments to show up in various corn plant tissues
DNA Tool Allows You to Trace Your Ancient Ancestry
Currently, the study of ancient DNA requires a lot of information to classify a skeleton to a population or find its biogeographical origins
300 Blind Mice Uncover Genetic Causes of Eye Disease
The results could help identify new causes of hereditary blindness in patients
Natural Selection in the Womb Can Explain Health Problems in Adulthood
The conditions encountered in the womb can have a life-long impact on health
New Genetic Causes Linked to Abnormal Pregnancies and Miscarriages
Study paves the way for genetic counseling to help women at risk of recurrent molar pregnancy
Small Populations of Normal Cells Affect Immunity in Patients with XLP1
In some patients, somatic reversion of SLAM-associated protein expression in T cells leads to a mild form of X-linked lymphoproliferative syndrome type 1