How a crucial DNA repair protein works—and what it means for cancer treatment
DNA repair proteins act like the body's editors, constantly finding and reversing damage to our genetic code. Researchers ...
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DNA changes supercharged the human brain - but at a cost
Scientists found that fast-evolving DNA shaped human brain development but might also increase risks for mental disorders.
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Advances in DNA evidence finally nab soldier who stabbed fellow soldier in barracks more than 20 years ago
A soldier who evaded arrest after stabbing a fellow soldier in her barracks room at Fort Cavazos more than two decades ago ...
Scientists Just Discovered an RNA That Repairs DNA Damage – And It’s a Game-Changer
Our DNA is constantly under threat — from cell division errors to external factors like sunlight and smoking. Fortunately, ...
DNA project identifies woman found dead in Phoenix nearly 30 years ago
Nearly 30 years ago, a woman was found dead in a burning car in Phoenix. For decades, a purse with the name "Monique" scribbled inside was the only clue as to her identity. But now, after years of ...
Repairing DNA Damage: Scientists Identify New Benefits of Melatonin Supplementation
Researchers say that larger studies examining varying doses and long-term effects are now warranted. A small clinical trial, ...
This is what no one planned could happen after taking a DNA test
Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson says DNA tests pose privacy risks like shared genetic information, inaccuracies and hard ...
A man in Hawaii argued he spent 30 years in prison for a murder he didn’t commit. New DNA evidence helped free him
Gordon Cordeiro, who spent more than half of his life in prison for a murder he denied committing, walked out of a Maui ...
Murder suspect confesses to decades-old Florida cold case after DNA leads to arrest, sheriff's office says
The word "Greed" was written on the victim's bedroom wall in blood in the 1997 murder, Florida officials said.
Synthetic human DNA study raises major ethical questions
Scientists based at The University of Manchester have conducted an ethical analysis of the medical use of artificial human ...
To Identify Suspect in Idaho Killings, F.B.I. Used Restricted Consumer DNA Data
New records show that the F.B.I. identified Bryan Kohberger as a potential murder suspect after tapping consumer databases ...
Woman murdered roommate, poured Mountain Dew on herself to prevent police from getting DNA
A woman will spend decades in prison after she murdered her elderly roommate and poured Mountain Dew on herself in an attempt ...