DNA : Science World Report

Oct 02, 2015 07:49 AM EDT

Evolution: Snakes Have the Blueprints for Arms and Legs Still Encoded in Their Genome

Snakes may not have arms or legs, but they do have the blueprints for them in their genome.

Oct 02, 2015 06:57 AM EDT

Blind Dogs with Genetic Mutation May Lead to a Cure for Blindness in Humans

Scientists have found the genetic underpinnings of achromatopsia in dogs, which is a rare, inherited vision disorder that affects the eye's cone cells, which could help humans in the future.

Sep 28, 2015 07:08 PM EDT

Your Ancestry Can be Determined by Your Fingerprints

A person's ancestral background could be determined by their fingerprints. Scientists have found that the characteristics of people's fingerprints may tell them a bit more about a person's biological history.

Sep 25, 2015 06:35 AM EDT

Rare, Przewalski's Horse's Genetics Reveal More about the World's Last Wild Horses

Scientists are taking a closer look at Przewalski's horses to better understand their history.

Sep 22, 2015 11:34 AM EDT

Sequenced Flatworm Genome May Unveil the Secrets of Regenerative Medicine

Imagine regrowing lost limbs. That's exactly what a certain flatworm can do with its regenerative powers. Now, scientists are aiming to learn a bit more about this regenerative ability after sequencing its genome.

Sep 11, 2015 07:11 AM EDT

Evolution: Why Chimp Faces Evolved Differently from Human Faces

Researchers have taken a closer look at evolution and have found how these structural differences could arise in two species with nearly identical genetic backgrounds.

Sep 10, 2015 09:33 AM EDT

Designer, Fluorescent Molecule Shines Light on Mysterious 4-Stranded DNA

A designer, fluorescent molecule is now shedding light on the knots of DNA thought to play a role in regulating how genes are switched on and off.

Sep 08, 2015 12:27 PM EDT

Forensics: Blood and teeth samples accurately predict a criminal's age

You've probably seen it on crime shows. Forensic scientists oftentimes collect evidence from both blood and teeth to help them identify a dead body--particularly in determining the the person's age.

Sep 08, 2015 12:17 PM EDT

Genetics: Thinking You're Born Fat, Thin Is Bad For Your Health

Certain genetic components may ultimately influence our weight. Yes. That's true. However, we shouldn't let a preference toward a "pear shape," let's say, or heavier family members determine how much we're going to eat in the future.

Aug 20, 2015 08:12 AM EDT