Scientists map genetic codes of 3,000 dangerous bacteria
The DNA of deadly strains of plague, dysentery, and cholera were decoded in what the researchers said was an effort to better understand some of the world`s most dangerous diseases and develop new ways to fight them.
Jun 06, 2018, 14:08 PM IST
Y chromosome, the missing link between us, Neanderthal
To this day, individuals of European and Asian heritage retain Neanderthal DNA in their genomes and now, a new study suggests that we did not inherit male genes from them.
Apr 08, 2016, 16:05 PM IST
Scientists sequence first ancient Irish human genomes
A team of scientists in Ireland has sequenced the first genomes from ancient Irish humans, which is now being used to answer pivotal questions about the origins of the country's people and their culture.
Jan 02, 2016, 16:12 PM IST
Snake genome embedded with blueprints for growing limbs
Snakes have a genome that is associated with limb formation.
Oct 04, 2015, 20:31 PM IST
World's largest catalogue of human genetic diversity is here
An international team of scientists has created the world's largest catalogue of genomic differences among humans, providing researchers with powerful clues to help them establish why some people are susceptible to various diseases.
Oct 01, 2015, 12:54 PM IST
