For decades, the dream of fixing harmful mutations in mitochondrial DNA felt out of reach. Scientists have long known these mutations cause serious diseases that pass down only through mothers. They ...

For the first time, researchers have succeeded in developing an artificial DNA base pair that is based on a different ...

Genetic features known as transposons make up a large portion of many mammalian genomes, including humans', and they are now known to play a variety of roles. Some transposable elements (TEs) could ...

In the Department of Genetics, doctors are using genetic and genomic testing to pinpoint the exact cause of a patient’s condition—even when symptoms mimic more than one disorder. This clarity is ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A genetic match to an ancient person doesn't mean you're more related genealogically. Mark Edward Atkinson/Tetra Images via ...