DNA : Science World Report

Jul 10, 2013 07:17 PM EDT

Detecting DNA in Space

Researchers, in a step toward analyzing Mars for signs of life, find that gene-sequencing chip can survive space radiation.

Jun 28, 2013 03:35 PM EDT

DNA Brings Materials to Life

DNA-coated colloids have been used to create novel self-assembling materials in a breakthrough experiment by EPFL and University of Cambridge scientists.

Jun 25, 2013 11:27 AM EDT

Cells Read DNA Backward and Forward: Direction is the Key

Cells read their own DNA, copying strands as they replicate. Now, scientists have discovered the mechanism that allows them to read it in the correct direction and prevents them from copying "junk DNA," which makes up long stretches of our genome.

Jun 25, 2013 10:26 AM EDT

Key Mutations Sparked Evolution Leap 500 Million Years Ago

Evolution doesn't always just crawl along, changing slowly over hundreds and thousands of generations. Sometimes it jumps. Scientists have discovered two key mutations that sparked a hormonal revolution about 500 million years ago.

May 23, 2013 09:19 AM EDT

Norway Spruce Genome Sequenced by Scientists: The DNA of a Christmas Tree

If you like Christmas trees, you'll be happy to know that scientists have mapped the genome of the Norway spruce--the type of tree usually decorated during the holidays.

Apr 22, 2013 11:23 PM EDT

How to Keep Your Sequenced Genome Securely Stored in the Cloud

Sequencing the genome of patients is rapidly becoming a standard procedure since the cost is falling drastically and the possibilities rise at the same time. This development raises important questions about who may interprete these data and how their secure storage can be guaranteed.

Mar 18, 2013 10:52 PM EDT

Evidence of Inbreeding Found in Early Humans Skulls

Evidence that early humans may have practiced inbreeding has been found in fossils, researchers announced Monday according to an article published on the journal PLOS ONE.

Sep 30, 2012 02:45 PM EDT