Scientists at deCODE genetics/Amgen have constructed a complete map of how human DNA is mixed as it is passed down during reproduction. The map marks a major step in the understanding of genetic ...

A groundbreaking cattle genome has given researchers their clearest look yet at what makes Wagyu beef so special. By ...

Scientists at deCODE genetics/Amgen have constructed a complete map of how human DNA is mixed as it is passed down during reproduction. The map marks a major step in the understanding of genetic ...

The sweetpotato feeds millions worldwide, especially in sub-Saharan Africa, where its natural resilience to climate extremes makes it crucial for food security. But this humble root vegetable has ...

REYKJAVIK, Iceland -- Steindor Erlingsson feels like the least popular man in Iceland. The 36-year-old science historian has just published a book debunking the newest national notion, that Icelanders ...

Pregnancy is a beautiful journey, but it can come with a lot of questions, especially about tests like genetic testing. So, what is it exactly? It’s a way to check your baby’s DNA to see if there are ...

Long COVID, officially known as post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC), affects an estimated 10-20% of individuals who have contracted SARS-CoV-2. This condition can manifest with a range ...

AMGEN DEAL: Biotech pioneer Amgen will pay $415 million for Iceland’s deCODE Genetics, a leader in using genetic information to find disease risk factors and treatment targets. THE RATIONALE: Amgen, ...

San Jose, Calif., Dec. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Codex Labs, Silicon Valley’s biotech skintech company announced the launch of its SGBNET platform. The platform includes DermSCORE (an AI analytic ...

Fifty hours. That’s how long it now takes to decode and interpret a newborn baby’s genome — an undertaking that used to take weeks, or even months. And those two days can mean the difference between ...