DNA
DNA, an abbreviation for deoxyribonucleic acid, is a molecule that provides the genetic instructions for the growth, functioning, development, and reproduction of all known organisms and many viruses. It is a polymer composed of two polynucleotide chains that coil around each other to form a double helix.
Each strand of a DNA molecule is composed of a long chain of monomer nucleotides. Each nucleotide of DNA is composed of a deoxyribose sugar molecule, a phosphate group, and one of four nitrogenous bases: Adenine [A], Guanine[G], Cytosine [C], and Thymine[T].
New DNA evidence suggests multiple populations gave rise to modern humans
Homo sapiens originated from multiple closely related populations.
A new way to take deepest glimpses possible into the origins of animal life
What did the earliest animals look like?
A gene-editing technology could help to accelerate cancer mutations
Scientists can develop new drugs to target cancer mutations.
Groundbreaking: The clearest snapshot of human genomic diversity ever taken
Characterizing the fraction of human DNA that varies between individuals.
Information ‘deleted’ from the human genome may be what made us human
Evolution of the human genome.
A study of two new Pictish genomes shows Picts descended from Iron Age British populations
The study provides novel insights into the genetic affinities and population structure of the Picts.
The Mysterious Viruses Lurking in Your Baby’s Gut
Advancing our knowledge of viral communities in the healthy infant gut.
The potential of fungal genetics in the development of innovative biotechnologies
Fungal Biotechnology: A Historical Perspective and Future Outlook.
MPOX’s rapid test development represents a major leap forward in disease detection
First rapid test for mpox developed.
A tiny marsupial is redefining the origins of flying mammals
Flying squirrels, sugar gliders & bats form their wing flaps with similar genetics.
The thrombosis paradox
Scientists have discovered a mechanism to prevent blood clot development.
The multiethnic structure of Mongolia’s first nomadic dynasty is revealed by ancient DNA
The Xiongnu dominated the Eurasian steppes & foreshadowed the Mongol Empire.