As our understanding of ancient DNA grows, surprising links are emerging between Neanderthals and modern human traits. One of the most unexpected? A possible genetic connection to autism.

Unveiling a new chapter in the understanding of human genetics, scientists have discovered a hidden geometric code within our ...

A new single-cell brain atlas reveals how midbrain neurons develop, helping refine Parkinson’s disease models and improve cell therapy protocols.

Scientists have identified a new coronavirus strain, BRZ batCoV, in Brazilian moustached bats, sparking global concern over ...

Dr. Katz's research shows how important it is for all breast cancer survivors to have access to genetic testing services, ...

Migratory birds, sea turtles and salmon have something in common: every year, they return to their birthplaces to reproduce.

Arabidopsis thaliana was always an unlikely candidate for the limelight. But 25 years ago, the diminutive thale cress ...

A new genomic method has enabled multiple people with rare conditions to receive diagnoses that were previously unattainable ...

Pancreas development in pigs resembles humans much more closely than does the established mouse model. An international team ...

How they’re doing it: The new company, called Preventive, is being formed to research so-called “heritable genome editing,” ...

Anthropologist Christopher Bae has recently suggested we add two new species of ancient human to our family tree. The plans break the conventions for how species should be named – but Bae argues the r ...