Researchers created a sticky drone to collect environmental DNA from forest canopies
Scientists hope to learn about biodiversity in otherwise inaccessible places.
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Researchers sequenced the genome of one of Pompeii’s ancient inhabitants
In the process, they found a likely answer to a 2,000-year-old mystery.
Massive DNA study of human cancers offers new clues about their causes
UK scientists analyzed the complete genetic makeup of 12,000 tumors from NHS patients.We have two newsletters, why not sign up for both?
Las Vegas police solve an old murder case using record-low volume of DNA
This could help solve more cold cases, provided there aren't privacy issues.
Astronauts show how CRISPR gene editing works in space
The technique could be key to long-term space travel.
Scientists show you can collect DNA from the air
It could help understand airborne diseases and solve crimes.
NVIDIA and Harvard researchers use AI to make genome analysis faster and cheaper
This could lead to identifying biomarkers for diseases like Alzheimer's or cancer.
Scientists sequence 64 human genomes to better reflect genetic diversity
It should reveal more about diseases and our species' variety.
A ferret is the first North American endangered animal to be cloned
The technique could help revive species that might otherwise be lost.
23andMe is going public as it pushes further into healthcare
It's merging with a Virgin company to make the deal happen.
Hitting the Books: Widespread DNA testing could intensify American racism
Its potential for abuse at the hands of law enforcement is simply too great.
CRISPR gene editing pioneers win the 2020 Nobel Prize in Chemistry
The technology promises to revolutionize medicine and biology.
Scientists rename genes because Microsoft Excel reads them as dates
Microsoft's spreadsheet app is too helpful for its own good.
A security breach opened up access to a genealogy site’s DNA profiles
Info could've been accessed by anyone, including law enforcement.
'Resurrected' mammoth DNA helps explain why the species went extinct
Genetic defects might have played a part.
23andMe lays off 100 workers amid shrinking demand for DNA tests
It's not the hot market the company predicted.
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US court let police search GEDmatch's entire DNA database despite protections
DNA policy experts believe it could encourage law enforcement agencies to request warrants for larger DNA databases.
23andMe's VIP service includes a one-on-one chat to explain your DNA
In case you're still not sure what your results mean.
