Information ‘deleted’ from the human genome may be what made us human
New Haven, Conn. — What the human genome is lacking compared with the genomes of other primates might have been as crucial to the development of humankind as what has been…
Oldest human genome from southern Spain
An international team of researchers has analysed ancient human DNA from several archaeological sites in Andalucía in southern Spain. The study reports on the oldest genome to date from Cueva del…
Ancient viral DNA in human genome guards against infections
ITHACA, N.Y. -- Viral DNA in human genomes, embedded there from ancient infections, serve as antivirals that protect human cells against certain present-day viruses, according to new research. The paper, “Evolution…
Ancient viral remnants in the human genome are active in normal tissues
Remnants of ancient viruses in the human genome are active in healthy tissues as well as diseased ones, limiting their utility as disease biomarkers, according to a study by Aidan…
Intelligence Is in the Genes, but Where? Most Genes Thought to Be Linked to Intelligence Probably Have No Bearing On IQ
A new study reveals the surprising fact that most of the specific genes long thought to be linked to intelligence probably have no bearing on one's IQ. (Credit: iStockphoto) ScienceDaily…
Scientists complete genome sequence of fungus responsible for dandruff, skin disorders
Public release date: 6-Nov-2007 Scientists from P&G Beauty announced that they successfully sequenced the complete genome for Malassezia globosa (M. globosa), a naturally occurring fungus responsible for the onset of…
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