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OMG science
fromNature
1 week ago

Daily briefing: Yes, you can find love during your PhD

Research reveals groundbreaking insights into human brain evolution through mouse genetic engineering.
Advancements in AI have led to new problem-solving methodologies in mathematics and chip design.
fromTechCrunch
8 hours ago
Artificial intelligence

Week in Review: Notorious hacking group tied to the Spanish government | TechCrunch

OMG science
fromNature
1 week ago

Daily briefing: Yes, you can find love during your PhD

Research reveals groundbreaking insights into human brain evolution through mouse genetic engineering.
Advancements in AI have led to new problem-solving methodologies in mathematics and chip design.
fromTechCrunch
8 hours ago
Artificial intelligence

Week in Review: Notorious hacking group tied to the Spanish government | TechCrunch

more#ai
#sleep-disorders
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Health
fromtime.com
2 days ago

The Obscure Genetic Cholesterol That Can Impact Your Heart Health

Lp(a) is a significant genetic factor in cardiovascular disease risk assessment, distinct from traditional lifestyle-influenced cholesterol types.
#biotechnology
Startup companies
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

23andMe thought its DNA data would help research. Then reality hit.

23andMe's decline from a $6 billion valuation culminated in Chapter 11 bankruptcy amid unsuccessful business ventures and market challenges.
CEO Anne Wojcicki resigned but expressed continued belief in the company's potential.
OMG science
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Inside the Lab Where Scientists Are Bringing Back Extinct Animals

A genetics startup has successfully created three pups containing ancient DNA of the extinct dire wolf.
NYC startup
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

23andMe and its user data will soon belong to a pharmaceutical giant

23andMe will continue its DNA testing services following acquisition by Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, ensuring privacy protections and customer data management remain in place.
Startup companies
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

23andMe thought its DNA data would help research. Then reality hit.

23andMe's decline from a $6 billion valuation culminated in Chapter 11 bankruptcy amid unsuccessful business ventures and market challenges.
CEO Anne Wojcicki resigned but expressed continued belief in the company's potential.
OMG science
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Inside the Lab Where Scientists Are Bringing Back Extinct Animals

A genetics startup has successfully created three pups containing ancient DNA of the extinct dire wolf.
NYC startup
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

23andMe and its user data will soon belong to a pharmaceutical giant

23andMe will continue its DNA testing services following acquisition by Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, ensuring privacy protections and customer data management remain in place.
more#biotechnology
OMG science
fromNature
4 days ago

These malaria drugs treat the mosquitoes - not the people

New compounds target malaria parasites in mosquitoes, offering hope against insecticide resistance.
Genetic mutations linked to pregnancy loss discovered, enabling potential embryo screening.
fromTasting Table
4 days ago

Why There's No Perfect Substitute For Cilantro - Tasting Table

Cilantro's complex flavor comes from aldehydes and terpenes, making it tough to substitute. Some even perceive it as having a soap-like taste due to genetics.
Everyday cooking
#health
Paris food
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

A Young Prince of Luxembourg Dies of a Rare Genetic Disease

Prince Frederik of Luxembourg died at 22 from POLG disease, raising awareness about genetic disorders and mitochondrial diseases.
Data science
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Scientists discover 'fat gene' that hardwires you for obesity

A newly discovered fat gene, DENND1B, may affect weight gain resistance and is linked to obesity in both humans and Labrador retrievers.
Exercise
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

What science says about social media's most absurd morning ritual (and it's not all bad)

Genetic makeup significantly influences physical capabilities in sports, challenging the notion that anyone can achieve the same results through effort alone.
Cancer
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'I sold everything I owned, fearing I'd get the same fatal genetic disease - then came a miracle drug'

Fear of hereditary disease drives life-changing decisions.
Paris food
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

A Young Prince of Luxembourg Dies of a Rare Genetic Disease

Prince Frederik of Luxembourg died at 22 from POLG disease, raising awareness about genetic disorders and mitochondrial diseases.
Data science
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Scientists discover 'fat gene' that hardwires you for obesity

A newly discovered fat gene, DENND1B, may affect weight gain resistance and is linked to obesity in both humans and Labrador retrievers.
Exercise
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

What science says about social media's most absurd morning ritual (and it's not all bad)

Genetic makeup significantly influences physical capabilities in sports, challenging the notion that anyone can achieve the same results through effort alone.
Cancer
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'I sold everything I owned, fearing I'd get the same fatal genetic disease - then came a miracle drug'

Fear of hereditary disease drives life-changing decisions.
more#health
#23andme
EU data protection
fromNature
1 month ago

23andMe plans to sell its huge genetic database: could science benefit?

23andMe, once a prominent genomics firm, is filing for bankruptcy and auctioning its assets, including a vast genetic database.
EU data protection
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

State official reminds 23andMe customers they can tell embattled firm to delete their data

California residents have the right to request the deletion of their genetic data from 23andMe.
23andMe is currently facing financial difficulties, raising concerns over user data security.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

DNA testing company 23andMe files for bankruptcy protection, CEO resigns | TechCrunch

23andMe has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy to facilitate asset sales following significant financial and operational challenges.
Startup companies
fromBusiness Insider
5 days ago

23andMe was once worth $6 billion. What's left of the DNA testing startup is being bought for $256 million.

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals is acquiring 23andMe's assets for $256 million following the company's bankruptcy.
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Genetic sharing site openSNP to shut down, citing concerns of data privacy and 'rise in authoritarian governments' | TechCrunch

EU data protection
fromNature
1 month ago

23andMe plans to sell its huge genetic database: could science benefit?

23andMe, once a prominent genomics firm, is filing for bankruptcy and auctioning its assets, including a vast genetic database.
EU data protection
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

State official reminds 23andMe customers they can tell embattled firm to delete their data

California residents have the right to request the deletion of their genetic data from 23andMe.
23andMe is currently facing financial difficulties, raising concerns over user data security.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

DNA testing company 23andMe files for bankruptcy protection, CEO resigns | TechCrunch

23andMe has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy to facilitate asset sales following significant financial and operational challenges.
Startup companies
fromBusiness Insider
5 days ago

23andMe was once worth $6 billion. What's left of the DNA testing startup is being bought for $256 million.

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals is acquiring 23andMe's assets for $256 million following the company's bankruptcy.
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Genetic sharing site openSNP to shut down, citing concerns of data privacy and 'rise in authoritarian governments' | TechCrunch

more#23andme
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Fox's Brett Baier Stunned By Trump Stamina In New Interview

BAIER: I don't know. I think it's genetics. It's good genetics. I had a father who was very strong, and I had a mother who was very strong. TRUMP: They lived to ripe old ages, and they were great people.
US politics
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Brazilian "Supercows" Reportedly Close to Achieving World Domination

The cattle farming industry in southeastern Brazil, particularly through beauty pageants for zebu cows, is revolutionizing meat production by focusing on genetic desirability.
Silicon Valley food
#autism
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

RFK Jr. Calls Autism Preventable,' Drawing Ire From Researchers

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made scientifically inaccurate claims, asserting that autism is preventable and blaming environmental toxins rather than genetic factors.
OMG science
fromwww.reviewjournal.com
2 weeks ago

Landmark study' led by UNLV shows new path to treat, prevent autism

A UNLV study reveals a new molecular pathway linking myotonic dystrophy and autism, suggesting future avenues for diagnosis and treatment.
Parenting
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Why autism cases have risen so much since the '90s - and 3 common myths to ignore

Autism is a complex neurological condition shaped by multiple factors, and understanding it helps support affected families.
more#autism
#x-chromosome
OMG science
fromnews.harvard.edu
1 month ago

Chromosomal Jell-O' could be key to treating genetic diseases Harvard Gazette

X chromosome inactivation in females is a crucial process for gene dosage balance, orchestrated by the RNA molecule Xist.
OMG science
fromnews.harvard.edu
1 month ago

Chromosomal Jell-O' could be key to treating genetic diseases Harvard Gazette

X chromosome inactivation in females is a crucial process for gene dosage balance, orchestrated by the RNA molecule Xist.
more#x-chromosome
#identity
OMG science
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Opinion | It's Not Nature. It's Not Nurture. It's a Mobius Strip.

Sociogenomics challenges the nature vs. nurture debate by showing that genes and environment work in tandem and influence each other.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The Shade of the Family Tree: Intergenerational Influence

Intergenerational influence significantly shapes identity and choices.
Metaphors help illustrate the dynamics of family influences across generations.
Awareness of these influences can guide present-day decisions.
OMG science
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Opinion | It's Not Nature. It's Not Nurture. It's a Mobius Strip.

Sociogenomics challenges the nature vs. nurture debate by showing that genes and environment work in tandem and influence each other.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The Shade of the Family Tree: Intergenerational Influence

Intergenerational influence significantly shapes identity and choices.
Metaphors help illustrate the dynamics of family influences across generations.
Awareness of these influences can guide present-day decisions.
more#identity
#cultural-heritage
Canada news
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

DNA study 'fills gaps' in Indigenous Americans' ancestry DW 05/15/2025

Indigenous cultures in the Americas trace back to early settlers from Russia 20,000-30,000 years ago.
more#cultural-heritage
#neuroscience
Growth hacking
fromNature
1 week ago

Mice grow bigger brains when given this stretch of human DNA

Inserting human genetic code into mice enables larger brain growth, providing insights into human brain evolution.
Study highlights genetic contributions to increased brain size using DNA snippet HARE5.
Growth hacking
fromNature
1 week ago

Mice grow bigger brains when given this stretch of human DNA

Inserting human genetic code into mice enables larger brain growth, providing insights into human brain evolution.
Study highlights genetic contributions to increased brain size using DNA snippet HARE5.
more#neuroscience
#alzheimers-disease
OMG science
fromNature
1 month ago

The unusual genetic inheritance that could change Alzheimer's treatment

A woman with a known Alzheimer's mutation exhibited unusual resistance to the disease, challenging existing theories about its progression.
Mindfulness
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

A Different Way to Think About Medicine's Most Stubborn Enigma

Dementia involves complex social and familial dynamics, with memory being a crucial aspect beyond mere recollection.
OMG science
fromNature
1 month ago

The unusual genetic inheritance that could change Alzheimer's treatment

A woman with a known Alzheimer's mutation exhibited unusual resistance to the disease, challenging existing theories about its progression.
Mindfulness
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

A Different Way to Think About Medicine's Most Stubborn Enigma

Dementia involves complex social and familial dynamics, with memory being a crucial aspect beyond mere recollection.
more#alzheimers-disease
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

Diabetes Is Rising in Africa. Could It Lead to New Breakthroughs?

"These cases don't appear to be related to fat, so we want to try and understand what's going on. Is it genetics? Or due to how the pancreas has developed?"
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Beans are being genetically engineered to grow in the UK but how do they taste?

The UK Registered Beans, or URBeans, named Olivia, Godiva and Capulet, are engineered to thrive in cooler climates, with strong roots for efficient harvesting.
Everyday cooking
#evolution
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Social Evolution Explains Mental Health Better Than Genes Do

Mental health struggles stem more from social isolation than genetic predispositions.
Modern life's speed and isolation stress our evolved minds.
OMG science
fromNature
1 month ago

Daily briefing: Ancient Phoenicians spread their culture - but not their DNA

Phoenicians spread culture, not DNA; people in Mediterranean outposts have no Middle Eastern ancestry.
Mendel's traits in garden peas have been fully mapped, unveiling key genetic insights.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Social Evolution Explains Mental Health Better Than Genes Do

Mental health struggles stem more from social isolation than genetic predispositions.
Modern life's speed and isolation stress our evolved minds.
OMG science
fromNature
1 month ago

Daily briefing: Ancient Phoenicians spread their culture - but not their DNA

Phoenicians spread culture, not DNA; people in Mediterranean outposts have no Middle Eastern ancestry.
Mendel's traits in garden peas have been fully mapped, unveiling key genetic insights.
more#evolution
#haenyeo
OMG science
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Korea's Haenyeo women divers evolved genetic superpower DW 05/06/2025

The Haenyeo of Jeju Island possess unique genetic adaptations for diving, including cold tolerance and lower blood pressure, stemming from their cultural practices.
Women
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago

Haenyeo DNA reveals how the human body can adapt to extreme diving

Haenyeo women possess unique genetic adaptations that enable them to dive deep into icy waters without breathing equipment.
OMG science
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Korea's Haenyeo women divers evolved genetic superpower DW 05/06/2025

The Haenyeo of Jeju Island possess unique genetic adaptations for diving, including cold tolerance and lower blood pressure, stemming from their cultural practices.
Women
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago

Haenyeo DNA reveals how the human body can adapt to extreme diving

Haenyeo women possess unique genetic adaptations that enable them to dive deep into icy waters without breathing equipment.
more#haenyeo
#adhd
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#healthcare
OMG science
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

New drug could reduce risk of early-onset Alzheimer's disease

An experimental drug may halve the risk of Alzheimer's in genetically predisposed individuals, potentially paving the way for future treatments.
Public health
fromNews Center
2 weeks ago

Common Genetic Variants Help Determine Heart Failure Risk, Study Finds - News Center

Common genetic variants significantly contribute to heart failure risk alongside rare variants, enhancing patient risk stratification.
OMG science
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

New drug could reduce risk of early-onset Alzheimer's disease

An experimental drug may halve the risk of Alzheimer's in genetically predisposed individuals, potentially paving the way for future treatments.
Public health
fromNews Center
2 weeks ago

Common Genetic Variants Help Determine Heart Failure Risk, Study Finds - News Center

Common genetic variants significantly contribute to heart failure risk alongside rare variants, enhancing patient risk stratification.
more#healthcare
#environmental-factors
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

Beyond Genetics: A New Equation for Understanding Psychiatry

Genetics influence mental health but do not determine it.
Environmental factors and timing are vital in mental health.
The ARCH x Ф model provides a holistic framework for understanding mental health.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

Beyond Genetics: A New Equation for Understanding Psychiatry

Genetics influence mental health but do not determine it.
Environmental factors and timing are vital in mental health.
The ARCH x Ф model provides a holistic framework for understanding mental health.
more#environmental-factors
Cancer
fromTODAY.com
3 weeks ago

Exclusive: Woman, 23, diagnosed with melanoma after mom warns about 'weird' spot

Sara McOlvin, diagnosed with melanoma at 23, highlights the risks of skin cancer due to genetics and lifestyle choices.
fromHackernoon
3 weeks ago

Incentives, Not Intent, Are Taming Us | HackerNoon

Over many generations - through deliberate selection, crossing and interbreeding - humans 'created' the domesticated creatures we have and use today.
Artificial intelligence
Cancer
fromNature
3 weeks ago

Cell cycle duration determines oncogenic transformation capacity - Nature

Normal cells with oncogenic mutations often do not become tumors due to an 'escape mechanism' linked to normal development, rather than cell death.
#conservation
OMG science
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Trump Official Says It's Okay to Destroy Endangered Species Because We Can Just Clone Them

Doug Burgum suggests cleaning the Endangered Species List by removing species instead of adding them, claiming innovation is neglected.
OMG science
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

The Dire Wolf Is Back

Colossal's genetic breakthrough might bring woolly mammoths back from extinction, highlighting both scientific advancement and ethical considerations in reviving extinct species.
OMG science
fromNature
1 month ago

Daily briefing: Dogs have a serious environmental impact - but owners can mitigate it

Researchers have sequenced genomes of six ape species, benefiting conservation and understanding human-genetics differentiation.
AI optimism is high among researchers compared to the overall public sentiment.
OMG science
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Trump Official Says It's Okay to Destroy Endangered Species Because We Can Just Clone Them

Doug Burgum suggests cleaning the Endangered Species List by removing species instead of adding them, claiming innovation is neglected.
OMG science
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

The Dire Wolf Is Back

Colossal's genetic breakthrough might bring woolly mammoths back from extinction, highlighting both scientific advancement and ethical considerations in reviving extinct species.
OMG science
fromNature
1 month ago

Daily briefing: Dogs have a serious environmental impact - but owners can mitigate it

Researchers have sequenced genomes of six ape species, benefiting conservation and understanding human-genetics differentiation.
AI optimism is high among researchers compared to the overall public sentiment.
more#conservation
History
fromwww.nature.com
4 weeks ago

Ancient DNA Reveals Phoenicians' Surprising Ancestry

Phoenicians spread culture but not DNA, showing cultural diffusion without genetic continuity.
OMG science
fromNature
1 month 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.
Cancer
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Childhood toxin exposure may be factor in bowel cancer rise in under-50s'

Childhood exposure to E. coli toxins may drive a rise in colorectal cancer among those under 50.
Health
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

What Causes Severe Morning Sickness, and What Treatments Exist?

Morning sickness affects about 70% of pregnant individuals, with a small percentage experiencing severe hyperemesis gravidarum.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

This common foot problem is actually a 'complex deformity' - and can spell trouble if ignored

"There is a common misconception that bunions are simple callouses or overgrowths of bone on the side of the toe, but they are actually complex deformities stemming from an unstable joint in the foot that allows the big toe to drift out of alignment."
Alternative medicine
OMG science
fromNature
1 month ago

What a trove of potato genomes reveals about the humble spud

Advancements in potato genome research enable better breeding and sequencing of new varieties.
The potato pangenome represents a significant technological leap in agricultural genetics.
OMG science
fromNature
1 month ago

Twenty years of genome-wide association studies

A new genomics method enhances understanding of complex diseases by linking genetic variants to biological traits.
#biomedical-research
OMG science
fromNews Center
1 month ago

New Key Genes in Parkinson's Disease Identified Using CRISPR Technology - News Center

Identification of genetic factors contributes to understanding Parkinson's disease risk and opens new avenues for treatment.
OMG science
fromNews Center
1 month ago

New Key Genes in Parkinson's Disease Identified Using CRISPR Technology - News Center

Identification of genetic factors contributes to understanding Parkinson's disease risk and opens new avenues for treatment.
more#biomedical-research
#nipt
more#nipt
fromstupidDOPE
1 month ago

What Makes Weed Strains Different from Each Other? | stupidDOPE

At the heart of every strain lies a unique combination of genetics, cannabinoids, and terpenes that influence how the plant looks, smells, tastes, and affects the body and mind.
Beer
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Male fruit flies drink more alcohol to get females to like them

"We show a direct and positive effect of alcohol consumption on the mating success of male flies," said co-author Ian Keesey.
Beer
OMG science
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

These scientists are building a cat database to understand why they act like that

Scientists are working on the Darwin's Cats project to study feline behavior and genetics by collecting fur samples from 100,000 cats by 2026.
OMG science
fromNature
2 months ago

Daily briefing: Should the Stanford Prison Experiment be retracted more than fifty years on?

Leopard spots on Mars rocks may indicate ancient microbial life but need further analysis for confirmation.
Pets
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Have we accidentally bred some dogs for obesity?

Genetic risk influences obesity in Labradors, highlighting the role of selective breeding and diet in dog training and health.
Cancer
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Men with this reproductive issue are 500% more likely to be genetically predisposed to cancer

Infertility in men may indicate a higher risk of hereditary cancer, as new research reveals genetic links.
Data science
fromScienceDaily
2 months ago

Scientists identify genes that make humans and Labradors more likely to become obese

Researchers found genes linked to obesity in Labrador retrievers are also implicated in human obesity, highlighting the genetic basis for appetite regulation.
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