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fromwww.theguardian.com
11 hours ago

Scientists hope sequencing genome of tiny functionally extinct' frog could help save it

The sequencing of the southern corroboree frog's genome aims to aid conservation efforts for this critically endangered species.
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fromNature
1 week ago

Century-old genetics mystery of Mendel's peas finally solved

Recent research identifies genes responsible for three of Mendel's original pea traits, marking a significant advancement in plant genetics.
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fromNature
7 months ago

Why some people enter menopause early - and how that could affect their cancer risk

Genomic analysis identifies rare genetic variants that significantly impact menopause timing, potentially aiding infertility treatments and menopause predictions.
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fromNature
1 week ago

Century-old genetics mystery of Mendel's peas finally solved

Recent research identifies genes responsible for three of Mendel's original pea traits, marking a significant advancement in plant genetics.
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fromNature
7 months ago

Why some people enter menopause early - and how that could affect their cancer risk

Genomic analysis identifies rare genetic variants that significantly impact menopause timing, potentially aiding infertility treatments and menopause predictions.
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fromNature
3 months ago

Ancient human genomes offer clues about the earliest migrations out of Africa

The study pinpoints when modern humans interbred with Neanderthals based on 45,000-year-old bones from Europe.
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fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

A 50 thousand year-old love story between humans and Neanderthals

Humans' interbreeding with Neanderthals around 43,500 to 50,500 years ago significantly shapes our understanding of human ancestry.
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fromWashington Post
5 months ago

Scientists discover unusual new bacteria in deep-sea coral

The discovery of two new bacteria species in deep-sea corals challenges the understanding of minimal genetic requirements for life.
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fromwww.dw.com
6 months ago

AI research uncovers 160,000 new RNA viruses DW 10/14/2024

AI has enabled the identification of over 160,000 previously unknown viruses, revolutionizing our understanding of the virosphere. The LucaProt program is pivotal in this discovery.
fromComputerWeekly.com
6 months ago
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Wellcome Sanger Institute revamps genome sequencing datacentre to cut energy usage | Computer Weekly

The Wellcome Sanger Institute reduced energy use by 33% while enhancing computational output by 50% through technological upgrades.
Advanced management systems and high-performance computing have been vital for the institute's genomic research efficiency.
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fromArs Technica
7 months ago

Old Easter Island genomes show no sign of a population collapse

The Rapa Nui population grew steadily without signs of ecological collapse, challenging previous theories about the island's history.
fromwww.npr.org
11 months ago
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Scientists reveal mysterious origin of Baobab trees, Rafiki's home in 'The Lion King'

Baobabs originate from Madagascar according to genomic research, spreading to Africa and Australia through oceanic currents, impacting ecosystems and human culture.
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