Genetics
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New Platform Accelerates Bacterial Gene Mapping with AI
Scientists at Oak Ridge National Laboratory have revived a 1970s bacterial cell fusion technique, combining it with artificial intelligence and robotics to map bacterial genes ten times faster than ma
What are Gene-Edited Crops and Why Do They Matter for Agriculture?
CRISPR modification of rice has resulted in a 25-31% increased grain yield in two separate tests, according to Synthego .
De-extinction's societal implications test ethics and conservation.
At a time when countless species face extinction, Colossal Biosciences has partnered with the U.
Genomic Sequencing Costs Plummet, Unlocking Longevity Science Secrets
In just two decades, the cost to sequence a single human genome plummeted from an astronomical $95 million to a mere $500, making personalized genetic insights accessible to an unprecedented number of
Study suggests Neanderthal extinction not caused by inbreeding
Genetic analysis of 27 Neanderthal genomes from Belgium reveals high diversity, directly contradicting the long-held belief that inbreeding led to their extinction.
Ancient Proteins From Homo Naledi Fossils Analyzed For First Time
Ancient proteins extracted from 20 Homo naledi teeth, found deep within South Africa's Rising Star cave system, have revealed a startling uniformity: every single individual analyzed was female, accor
Life Biosciences Closes $80M to Advance Rejuvenation Therapies
A patient with glaucoma has received the first dose of ER-100, an experimental treatment from Life Biosciences.
Gene editing advancements promise new treatments for complex diseases
CRISPR-Cas12a2 has selectively killed cells with a cancer-causing mutation, leaving healthy cells unaffected, according to Utah State University .
Top 5 Lucrative Biotechnology Careers for 2026
Bioinformaticians with expertise in AI/ML now command average salaries 20% higher than their peers, often exceeding $150,000 annually, according to a BioTalent Canada 2023 Report .
Colossal Foundation secures $50M for genetic rescue, de-extinction
Just over a year after its launch, the Colossal Foundation has doubled its secured funding to $100 million, fueling ambitious projects to bring back extinct species and genetically rescue others, acco