A massive study of ancient DNA from nearly 16,000 people across more than 10,000 years in West Eurasia reveals that natural ...

Researchers say a new AI system can identify disease-causing mutations and explain their biological effects, potentially ...

In 2025, baby KJ Muldoon became the first person to receive a personalized gene editing treatment, which likely saved his ...

Scientists have taken an important step toward a gene therapy that could one day turn off the extra genetic material that ...

It has long been known that environmental conditions can shape how traits are inherited, a phenomenon known as transgenerational epigenetic inheritance. However, the molecular signals responsible for ...

Clues to the genetic code’s origin may be hidden in tiny protein fragments, revealing a synchronized and highly structured ...

The government’s genetics and life insurance bill, which passed through parliament on Wednesday, will ensure discrimination through denying cover, increasing the cost of premiums, or putting ...

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A false-color microscopy image of cells. A transmission electron microscopy image shows pancreatic cells. Credit: Steve Gschmeissner/Science Source A proof-of-concept trial in a single patient has ...

Genetic modification once belonged strictly to science fiction, but it’s rapidly becoming reality. Scientists can now alter DNA, correct genetic diseases, and even enhance biological traits.

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Brenna Henn had a long-term grant to study the genetic diversity of Africans and people of African descent. Then her N.I.H. funding was cut. Credit...Andri Tambunan for The New York Times Supported by ...