DNA

It May Be Possible To Prevent HIV Even Without a Vaccine

Posted in Medicine on 29th Mar, 2015
by Alex Muller

A genetic engineering technique that efficiently transforms cells to become HIV-resistant.

Progress on DNA based medical nano-machines

Posted in Medicine on 16th Mar, 2015
by Alex Muller

If Bachelet's approach proves successful in humans, and is backed by more research, the teams work could signal a transformational moment in cancer treatment.

Genetics firm plans research unit to find disease cures

Posted in Medicine on 13th Mar, 2015
by Alex Muller

Personal genetics firm 23andMe is planning to use its database of health information to research possible cures for a range of diseases.

Autism risk genes also linked to higher intelligence

Posted in Science on 11th Mar, 2015
by Alex Muller

Researchers have found new evidence linking genetic factors associated with autism to better cognitive ability in people who do not have the condition.

'Big Brain' Gene Found in Humans, Not Chimps

Posted in Science on 28th Feb, 2015
by Alex Muller

A single gene may have paved the way for the rise of human intelligence by dramatically increasing the number of brain cells found in a key brain region.