Most cells in the human body each contain about six feet of DNA. Yet the nucleus, where DNA is coiled, is no larger than a ...

Gladiator combat is a well-documented aspect of ancient Roman society, but the physical remains of fighters have remained ...

The Translational Research Institute for Space Health (TRISH) will conduct a suite of human health and performance research ...

Research into transcription factors deepen understanding of the 'language' of the genome, offering insights into human development.

DNA found in museum pieces could provide a unique opportunity to study the history and spread of infectious diseases, ...

"The implications of our multidisciplinary study are huge," said study lead author and anthropologist professor Tim Thompson.

Comprehensive reference genomes have now been assembled for six ape species: siamang (a Southeast Asian gibbon), Sumatran ...

New research has uncovered more about the complexity of human gene regulation by identifying certain sequences of proteins ...

A genomic study of gut microbes during antibiotic use finds selective sweeps in a DNA gyrase gene that drive resistance.

A group of scientists at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) may have the key to discovering cancers origins within the body as well as insights into new treatment strategies for Ovarian cancer.

African scientists say the world is missing vital medical insights by ignoring the continent’s vast genetic diversity. Less than 2 percent of human genome sequencing worldwide comes from African ...