DNA

Researchers develop new DNA test for personalized treatment of bacterial vaginosisResearchers develop new DNA test for personalized treatment of bacterial vaginosis

Researchers develop new DNA test for personalized treatment of bacterial vaginosis

Roughly one out of three women ages 14-49 in the United States develop a vaginal bacterial imbalance known as bacterial…

2 days ago
DNA origami suggests route to reusable, multifunctional biosensorsDNA origami suggests route to reusable, multifunctional biosensors

DNA origami suggests route to reusable, multifunctional biosensors

Using an approach called DNA origami, scientists at Caltech have developed a technique that could lead to cheaper, reusable biomarker…

1 month ago
Ancient DNA analyses bring to life the 11,000-year intertwined genomic history of sheep and humansAncient DNA analyses bring to life the 11,000-year intertwined genomic history of sheep and humans

Ancient DNA analyses bring to life the 11,000-year intertwined genomic history of sheep and humans

Sheep have been intertwined with human livelihoods for over 11,000 years. As well as meat, their domestication led to humans…

2 months ago
DNA adds new chapter to Indonesia’s layered human historyDNA adds new chapter to Indonesia’s layered human history

DNA adds new chapter to Indonesia’s layered human history

A new study from the University of Adelaide and The Australian National University (ANU) has outlined the first genomic evidence…

3 months ago
Scientists discover a ‘Goldilocks’ zone for DNA organization, opening new doors for drug developmentScientists discover a ‘Goldilocks’ zone for DNA organization, opening new doors for drug development

Scientists discover a ‘Goldilocks’ zone for DNA organization, opening new doors for drug development

In a discovery that could redefine how we understand cellular resilience and adaptability, scientists at Scripps Research have unlocked the…

3 months ago
DNA of 1,000 year-old maize sheds light on origins of globally important food cropDNA of 1,000 year-old maize sheds light on origins of globally important food crop

DNA of 1,000 year-old maize sheds light on origins of globally important food crop

Researchers have tested ancient DNA from corn found at archaeological sites in Arkansas, shedding new light on the dispersal of…

4 months ago
Nanorobot hand made of DNA grabs viruses for diagnostics and blocks cell entryNanorobot hand made of DNA grabs viruses for diagnostics and blocks cell entry

Nanorobot hand made of DNA grabs viruses for diagnostics and blocks cell entry

A tiny, four-fingered "hand" folded from a single piece of DNA can pick up the virus that causes COVID-19 for…

4 months ago
How cells recognize and repair DNA damageHow cells recognize and repair DNA damage

How cells recognize and repair DNA damage

Whenever cells divide, there is a high risk of damage to the genetic material. After all, the cell has to…

6 months ago
Technique to study how proteins bind to DNA is easily misused; New study offers solutionTechnique to study how proteins bind to DNA is easily misused; New study offers solution

Technique to study how proteins bind to DNA is easily misused; New study offers solution

Researchers at University of California San Diego have published new guidelines that could help scientists significantly improve their results when…

7 months ago
Ancient DNA reveals Indigenous dog lineages found at Jamestown, VirginiaAncient DNA reveals Indigenous dog lineages found at Jamestown, Virginia

Ancient DNA reveals Indigenous dog lineages found at Jamestown, Virginia

Previous scientific studies have indicated that North American dog lineages were replaced with European ones between 1492 and the present…

8 months ago