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Experiments are a milestone in journey towards the birth of the first genetically modified humans (Photo: Pixabay)

First ever genetically modified human embryos created in US

Process changed DNA of large number of one-cell embryos with the controversial gene-editing technique CRISPR.

27 July 2017 6:00 PM IST

Study testing value of DNA sequencing as part of routine medical care showed roughly one in five people carried mutation linked with rare disease (Photo: Pixabay)

Scientists build DNA from scratch to alter life's blueprint

The research may reveal basic, hidden rules that govern the structure and functioning of genomes.

27 July 2017 12:44 PM IST

The results will lay bare personal preferences and leanings towards sweet and bitter notes in beer.

Beer designed for your DNA

A one-on-one consultation with Ciaran then will help them decide on the style of brew too.

30 Dec 2016 12:16 AM IST

2016 Fear vs Hope: Gene Editing Terrible turning point?

2016 Fear vs Hope: Gene Editing Terrible turning point?

The world's first three-parent baby was born this year and other countries, without much oversight.

1 Jan 2017 12:16 AM IST

Scientists discovered DNA switch that can turn off our reactions to allergies.

Promising cancer treatment targets a rare genetic flaw

It could provide life-long protection from diseases like asthma with a single treatment.

6 Jun 2017 12:40 AM IST

Tibetans can adapt to high altitude living due to genetic variations that allow them to maintain low red blood cell levels in environments with thin air (Photo: AP)

Tibetans are made for colder climate

New study shows genetic makeup allow them to adapt to higher altitudes

17 Jun 2017 2:15 PM IST

Study testing value of DNA sequencing as part of routine medical care showed roughly one in five people carried mutation linked with rare disease (Photo: Pixabay)

DNA-powered machines to make molecular computers

In the field of DNA-based computing, the DNA contains the information, but the molecules are floating around in...

27 Jun 2017 11:05 AM IST

The reports show that DNA of the accused matched the samples collected from the victims body.

Rapist's DNA matches victim's samples

Test were conducted to verify role of the accused.

5 Feb 2017 2:03 AM IST

Study testing value of DNA sequencing as part of routine medical care showed roughly one in five people carried mutation linked with rare disease (Photo: Pixabay)

New system can identity people from their DNA in minutes

The technology has a wide range of applications, but its most immediate use could be to flag mislabelled cell lines in...

3 Dec 2017 12:46 PM IST

Hemophilia almost always strikes males and is caused by lack of a gene that makes a protein needed for blood to clot. (Photo: Pixabay)

Gene therapy shows promise against blood-clotting disease

Small cuts or bruises can be life-threatening, and many people need treatments once or more a week to prevent serious...

7 Dec 2017 1:37 PM IST

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Wrap-up: Designer babies

The world of medicine is on the verge of a breakthrough to fix a genetic problem.

18 Dec 2016 4:23 AM IST

In particular, significant changes were found in the expression of genes responsible for lipid metabolism (Photo: AFP)

Being overweight may cause changes to DNA

The scientists examined the blood samples of over 10,000 women and men from Europe.

23 Dec 2016 4:59 PM IST