Genetics
Understanding lifespan: Genes may unlock path to healthier aging, scientists say - study
Research by Weizmann scientists finds genetics may explain 50% of human lifespan, over twice previous estimates, opening doors to therapies targeting aging itself.
Oldest trace of Syphilis-linked DNA from 5,500-year-old bone shows disease came from Americas
Israeli scientists unlock genetic links to Autism, brain disorder using CRISPR tech -study
Israeli scientists crack the code on breast cancer cells' survival in brain
Is ‘frozen shoulder’ a genetic condition? NY study finds links to specific genes
Research by orthopedists in New York City points to specific genes associated with an increased risk of this condition.
Scientists peel back ancient layers of banana DNA to reveal ‘mystery ancestors’
The study identified a history of genetic engineering, specifically hybridization and a selection for heterozygotes, as mechanisms for the transition from wild to cultivated bananas.
'Mystery gene' that matures the skeleton of the cell found
The protein has many purposes: playing an important role in cell division, giving shape to the cell to make it more firm, helping to propel cells forward, and providing strength to our muscles.
Meet Maya, the world's first cloned arctic wolf
The announcement was made on the wolf's hundredth day of life, during a ceremony celebrating the signing of a strategic cooperation agreement between Sinogene and the Beijing Wildlife Park.
Turner syndrome: Genetic chromosomal condition without cure - explainer
Turner syndrome is a genetic disorder exclusive to the female sex in which an X chromosome is either partially or entirely missing. Here's what you should know about it.
Could ancient genes be the key to solving modern-day sicknesses? - study
The genes, called 'retrotransposon Gag-like' 5 and 6 (Rtl5 and Rtl6), are found in nearly all mammals.
CRISPR infusion helps stop swelling caused by genetic disease - study
The new treatment has kept patients attack free and allowed them to stop taking medication in interim results.
Jumping gene found to be strongly linked to depression, fear and anxiety - study
The experiment's results demonstrated that the TOP gene plays an important role in coping with stress.
What do we really know about donkeys?
A study was conducted in order to better understand donkeys.
1,000-year-old antisemitic violence victims revealed in archaeological discovery
Skeletons found over a decade ago have now been revealed to have been Ashkenazi Jews who had fallen victims to an antisemitic incident.
