System can identify genes, regulatory sequences, splice sites, and more. Late in 2025, we covered the development of an AI […]
Tag: Genetics
Have we leapt into commercial genetic testing without understanding it?
A new book argues that tests might reshape human diversity even if they don’t work. Daphne O. Martschenko and Sam […]
Bringing the “functionally extinct” American chestnut back from the dead
Wiped out in its native range by invasive pathogens, the trees may make a comeback. Very few people alive today […]
Why is my dog like this? Current DNA tests won’t explain it to you.
Popular genetics tests can’t tell you much about your dog’s personality, according to a recent study. A team of geneticists […]
Humans in southern Africa were an isolated population until recently
Collectively, the genetic variants in this population are outside the range of previously described human diversity. That’s despite the fact […]
Many genes associated with dog behavior influence human personalities, too
Many dog breeds are noted for their personalities and behavioral traits, from the distinctive vocalizations of huskies to the herding […]
Some AI tools don’t understand biology yet
A collection of new studies on gene activity shows that AI tools aren’t very good. Gene activity appears to remain […]
Genetic-engineered bacteria break down industrial contaminants
Once that was done, the researchers started looking through the genomes of species that have been identified as breaking down […]
DNA links modern pueblo dwellers to Chaco Canyon people
A thousand years ago, the people living in Chaco Canyon were building massive structures of intricate masonry and locations as […]
Genetic testing company 23andMe declares bankruptcy
On Sunday, the genetic testing and heritage company 23andMe announced that it had entered Chapter 11 bankruptcy and was asking […]