In 1869, Swiss scientist Friedrich Miescher isolated a mysterious substance from cell nuclei—an overlooked finding that would ...

There’s more to dna than just the double helix we know and love: under some conditions this familiar molecule can take on ...

Scientists have uncovered a surprising genetic shift that may explain how animals with backbones—from fish and frogs to ...

DNA's iconic double helix does more than "just" store genetic information. Under certain conditions it can temporarily fold into unusual shapes.

"By cleverly combining new techniques for analyzing DNA at the level of individual molecules, we can achieve real breakthroughs in research into conditions such as dementia," predicts Professor John ...

Although DNA is tightly packed and protected within the cell nucleus, it is constantly threatened by damage from normal ...

Artist, inventor and anatomist Leonardo da Vinci was the definition of a Renaissance man — and scientists are aiming to unlock the secrets of his genius on a genetic level. But there’s just one ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Presumed portrait of Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519), by an Unknown Artist. The painting hangs in the Uffizi Gallery in Florence, ...

Russell has a PhD in the history of medicine, violence, and colonialism. His research has explored topics including ethics, science governance, and medical involvement in violent contexts. Russell has ...

There are a variety of machines, consumables, and safety equipment needed to operate a molecular biology lab. And yes, for the vast majority of labs, purified salmon sperm DNA is one of those ...

Michael Junkin, PhD, leads the instrumentation for Elegen’s DNA synthesis platform. He has more than 15 years of experience in the field of microfluidics, having developed systems to study ...

Between 2004 and 2016, Candy Zuleger operated Trinity DNA Solutions, reportedly the first private DNA testing laboratory in Florida, from an office tucked away in an East Milton industrial park.