Chromosomes are tightly coiled structures in each of your cells that contain DNA, the code for all life. DNA is organized in segments on chromosomes called genes. Humans typically have 46 ...

Results prove that inversions can be generated in plants without causing further unwanted changes in the expression of genetic information.

A study conducted by a research team at the Crick Institute identified important genes on the Y chromosome that regulate ...

Scientists at deCODE genetics/Amgen have constructed a complete map of how human DNA is mixed as it is passed down during reproduction.

Researchers at The University of Hong Kong (HKU) have made an exciting discovery about how human cells protect DNA during ...

Advancements in medical science now make it possible to conduct a DNA test on an unborn child, according to the American Pregnancy Association. These tests are performed for various reasons, including ...

The targeting of telomeres offers promise for new cancer therapies, which can be aimed at disrupting the mechanisms that ...

Myriad Genetics, Inc. (NASDAQ: MYGN), a leader in genetic testing and precision medicine, today announced it will unveil groundbreaking research at the annual Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine ...

Humans have 23 pairs of chromosomes, including a pair of sex chromosomes (typically XX for females, and XY for males). Chromosomes contain hundreds to thousands of genes, which are sections of DNA ...

Researchers have made an exciting discovery about how human cells protect DNA during cell division, offering new insights into combating diseases such as cancer. The research uncovers the vital role ...