Tag: DNA

The contentious topic of reproductive rights has sparked intense debates across society, particularly with conservatives pushing for increasingly strict legislation limiting a woman's right to terminate a pregnancy. In light of these discussions, it becomes crucial to explore alternative solutio...

The emergence of DNA technology has significantly altered the landscape of criminal investigations and victim identification. DNA profiling, pioneered by Sir Alec Jeffreys in the 1980s, marked a pivotal breakthrough in forensic science. This technique enables the extraction of a unique genetic finge...

Advocates for genomic research in Africa are worried about fallout from a dispute that has roiled the Wellcome Sanger Institute, a major genome research center in Hinxton, U.K. Last year, whistleblowers privately accused Sanger of commercializing a gene chip without proper legal agreements with part...

Making sense of ancient human migrations through genetic archaeology is a fun and very challenging task. We are quickly learning that the world was far more complex and interconnected for much longer than we previously thought. The number of known ancient cultures has expanded greatly in recent deca...

Biodiversity is currently being threatened as many species are going extinct. This is critical because our health relies on biodiversity (further reading: Why Biodiversity is Important for Our Health). That is why we must change our current habits to live more environmentally friendly and engag...

The DNA of blue whales provides a window into their evolutionary past, highlighting the genetic connections between these marine mammals and their terrestrial ancestors. Genetic analyses have revealed that blue whales evolved from a group of land mammals about 50 million years ago. Their transformat...

The popularity of ancestry DNA testing has skyrocketed in recent years, with millions of people curious about their genetic heritage and ancestry. However, many wonder how far back these tests can trace their family history. While the answer isn’t straightforward, it’s po...

In mid-September, the startup Nebula Genomics announced it would be offering anonymous gene sequencing, which allows consumers to get their DNA tested without ever personally identifying themselves. The company is capitalizing on growing consumer distrust of genetic testing companies and fears&...

DNA tests look for Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms (SNPs) in people’s genomes and compare them with similar genomes in their database. Based on the similarities. They can guess the person’s ethnic background. If so, how can these tests identify Jewish ancestry, which is a religious id...

It might surprise you to hear that you share 99.9% of your DNA with everyone else on the planet. ¹ Even so, we’re all unique — especially when it comes to our health. Understanding how your DNA may contribute to your health can help you receive personalized medical care...

The challenge we face is nothing short of transformative. Picture the vast sea of career possibilities that stretches before a young person — an overwhelming array of options, each leading to a distinct destination. Yet, all too often, these choices are made in the fog of uncertainty, without ...

At Nebula, we’re pleased to offer free whole genome sequencing (a $99 value) to anybody who signs up for our platform and earns 1000 credits. Follow this guide to earn 1000 credits and redeem them for DNA sequencing. The three ways you can earn credits are by completing our surveys, by refe...

Moreover, the incorporation of mushroom DNA into the blockchain ensures data integrity and authenticity, mitigating risks associated with tampering or manipulation. Each step, from generating ISU DNA to inscribing data into Bitcoin transactions, is meticulously recorded and hashed, guaranteeing the ...

Genetic epidemiology research suggests that personal spirituality has a heritable component, with about 30–37% of the variance in spirituality attributed to genetics. Personality traits like lower neuroticism and higher religiousness are associated with spirituality, influencing an individual&...

During my university thesis research on fitness, wellbeing, and technology, I chanced upon Gary Paul Nabhan’s ‘Food, Genes, and Culture: Eating Right for Your Origins.’ Nabhan, an ethnobotanist and ecologist, explores the intricate relationship between our cultural heritage, our fo...

I recently watched a video where this content creator joked about how Black Americans are always having an identity crisis with the names we use to describe ourselves. I laughed as she threw out the most common names ; African American, Black , ADOS etc. and then proceeded to the rest of her point. ...

Some cases stand out as enduring mysteries that trouble investigators and the general public. The frightening 35-year-old cold case involving the horrific murder of Traci Hammerberg is one such mystery. Traci’s heartbreaking case starts on a cold December evening in 1984 when she set out on...