Cracking the Code of the Human Genome
Any two modern-day Europeans, even those living on opposite sides of the continent, may be more closely related than they might think
Recent testing shows that, contrary to prior findings, new plastic helmets reduce the risk of concussions by 45 to 96 percent
From seaweed and beetles to lead and synthetic chemicals, lipstick has seen its share of strange—and dangerous—components
Cracking the Code of the Human Genome
Artist Heather Dewey-Hagborg reconstructs the faces of strangers from genetic evidence she scavenges from the streets
Cracking the Code of the Human Genome
Scientists have found a way to slow the aging process. Unluckily for us, they've only been able to do it in mice
Our bodies convert asparagusic acid into sulfur-containing chemicals that stink—but some of us are spared from the pungent odor
From soccer balls to cookstoves, engineers are working on a range of devices that provide cheap, clean energy
The Repentir app reveals an artist's creative process by allowing users to peel back layers of paint with the touch of their fingertips
Schools are enhancing their science curriculums by inviting geneticists and other scientists to guest teach lessons
Since the project began, DNA sequencing technologies have advanced tremendously
Harvard professor Sheila Jasanoff argues that personal genetics, from a legal standpoint, raises some interesting questions
The DNA analysis service 23andMe provides information about your genes and health risks. Founding scientist Brian Naughton explains
This will be an awesome video about genomics
Wave Gliders are about to make scientific exploration a lot cheaper and safer
The new technology promises a factory in every home—and a whole lot more
Scientists are just now beginning to recognize the importance of the vast community of microbes that dwells inside us
Vitamin D deficiency from lack of sunlight could be an unexpected long-term consequence of the Iranian revolution
This seemingly horrific reproduction strategy may be a way for females to better control which males sire her offspring
This week one of the strangest flying machines you've ever seen will start its journey across America--without a drop of fuel
Setting aside additional protected areas and creating forest corridors could help this Asian primate bounce back from just 110 individuals
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