UCSF researchers have discovered a way to identify deadly lung infections with improved accuracy by pairing AI with a unique ...

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An international research team identified hundreds of genes essential for the development of brain cells, including one gene ...

Innovative research into the gene-editing tool targets influenza’s ability to replicate—stopping it in its tracks.

A new CRISPR breakthrough shows scientists can turn genes back on without cutting DNA, by removing chemical tags that act ...

Researchers are investigating the role of non-coding DNA, or junk DNA, in regulating astrocytes, brain cells involved in ...

Microbiologists have long known that ancient, inactive viruses known as cryptic prophages can insert their genetic material into bacterial DNA. These genetic fragments allow bacteria to use ...

High levels of lipoprotein(a) often go undetected and can afflict seemingly healthy people. A clinical trial will show whether lowering levels can reduce risk of heart disease.

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Paola Ramos of MS NOW was mocked on social media after claiming there is no scientific evidence proving there are genetic ...