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`Tweaked` tomatoes could be `juicier and tastier`

`Tweaked` tomatoes could be `juicier and tastier`


The tomato genome sequence includes both the domesticated type and its wild ancestor, Solanum pimpin...

SC seeks report on GM crops` field trials


The Supreme Court on Thursday sought form an expert committee a report on desirability of the field ...
Social ranking can influence genetic functions

Social ranking can influence genetic functions


A female monkey`s higher ranking within her group can boost their immune system.
Sexually reproducing animals have genetic advantages

Sexually reproducing animals have genetic advantages


Animals and plants which reproduce sexually are at a considerable advantage to those species - such ...
Chimps show greater genetic diversity than humans

Chimps show greater genetic diversity than humans


Groups of chimpanzees within central Africa are more different genetically than humans living on dif...
Genetic spider silk could lead to stroger fibres

Genetic spider silk could lead to stroger fibres


Scientists have genetically engineered silkworms to make artificial spider silk, a breakthrough that...
Scientists crack Black Death`s genetic code

Scientists crack Black Death`s genetic code


Scientists have mapped out the entire genetic map of the Black Death, a 14th century bubonic plague ...
`Sugary mutation` may have led to rise of humans

`Sugary mutation` may have led to rise of humans


A genetic mutation that switched off a sugar-making enzyme in early hominids may possibly helped acc...
Genetic mutations behind schizophrenia

Genetic mutations behind schizophrenia


More than 50% of sporadic cases of schizophrenia are caused by new protein-altering mutations.
Even an organism `can create memory`

Even an organism `can create memory`


Even an organism can create a biological memory of some variable condition, such as quality of nutri...
7 new mice species discovered in Philippines

7 new mice species discovered in Philippines


Seven new species of mice discovered through decoding of DNA drawn from the reclusive ‘new’ mammals.
First study of lung cancer patient who never smoke

First study of lung cancer patient who never smoke


Scientists claim to have carried out a first-of-its-kind study of a patient with lung cancer, who n...
Genetic mutations behind Joubert syndrome

Genetic mutations behind Joubert syndrome


The result gives doctors new possible targets for designing better diagnostics to detect and drugs t...

Trial of GM crops only after state govt`s approval


The Genetic Engineering Approval Committee (GEAC) has directed companies conducting field trials of ...
German parliament OKs genetic embryo tests

German parliament OKs genetic embryo tests


The tests look for genetic disorders in embryos before they are implanted in the womb.
German parliament OKs genetic embryo tests

German parliament OKs genetic embryo tests


The procedure looks for genetic disorders in embryos before they are implanted in the womb.
DNA replication promises precise diagnosis

DNA replication promises precise diagnosis


The technology could also help in the early detection of cancer, prenatal diagnostics.
Genetic code `editing` cures hemophilia

Genetic code `editing` cures hemophilia


Scientists have been able to "edit" genetic code, a breakthrough which they say could pave way for s...
Genetic link to rare heart failure

Genetic link to rare heart failure


The disease, peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM), weakens a woman’s heart so that it no longer pumps bl...
50 per cent of Britons `are Germans`

50 per cent of Britons `are Germans`


Believe it or not, around 50 per cent of Britons have German blood coursing through their veins, s...
Genetic factor controls obesity-induced inflammation

Genetic factor controls obesity-induced inflammation


Researchers at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine feel if they learn to control leve...
Genetic defects may predict sudden cardiac death risk

Genetic defects may predict sudden cardiac death risk


Scientists for the first time has unravelled how genetic defects can help predict the risk of sudden...
Soon, genetically modified mosquitoes to curb malaria

Soon, genetically modified mosquitoes to curb malaria


Genetically modified mosquitoes that are unable to transmit malaria developed.
An extra cup of coffee won’t increase BP risk

An extra cup of coffee won’t increase BP risk


People with a different genetic background may react to coffee differently.
Genetic change helps lung tumour spread

Genetic change helps lung tumour spread


Scientists have identified a genetic change that makes lung tumours more likely to spread to other p...
Genetically modified fungus could fight malaria

Genetically modified fungus could fight malaria


Scientists are trying to engineer a new weapon in the battle against malaria: a mutant fungus.
Gene linked to alcohol consumption identified

Gene linked to alcohol consumption identified


The gene, called "autism susceptibility candidate 2", or AUTS2, has previously been linked to autism...
Now, genetically modified cows that produce `human` milk!

Now, genetically modified cows that produce `human` milk!


Scientists have for the first time created genetically modified cattle that produce milk with the ...
Scientists identify genetic link to suicide attempts

Scientists identify genetic link to suicide attempts


A new study suggests that genetic risk factors may influence the decision to attempt suicide.

Salient features of India`s tiger census


Here are some salient points related to the exercise undertaken in three phases from December 2009 t...
GM dairy products in Chinese markets soon

GM dairy products in Chinese markets soon


People in China may soon find genetically modified dairy products, which are similar to human milk.
Modern humans `originated in southern Africa`

Modern humans `originated in southern Africa`


Teh newstudy has challenged the age-old view that people came from the eastern part of the continent...
Genetic pathways involved in breast cancer identified

Genetic pathways involved in breast cancer identified


Scientists have uncovered a genetic pathway that affects the development of breast cancer.
Genetic treatment to thwart HIV shows promise

Genetic treatment to thwart HIV shows promise


For the treatment, white blood cells most prone to infection by HIV are taken from someone with HIV.

J&K CM inaugurates Institute of Human Genetics


Terming it as a landmark, J&K CM Omar Abdullah inaugurated the Institute of Human Genetics in Jammu...
A universal synthetic vaccine to beat flu?

A universal synthetic vaccine to beat flu?


A nasal spray which could be a synthetic universal vaccine for flu developed.
Exercise cuts genetic obesity by 40%

Exercise cuts genetic obesity by 40%


Physical exercise can reduce a genetic predisposition to obesity by an average of 40 percent.
 New genetic strategy makes T-cells resistant to HIV infection

New genetic strategy makes T-cells resistant to HIV infection


Scientists come up with a new genetic strategy for rendering T-cells resistant to HIV infection.
Poverty can suppress kids’ genetic potentials: Study

Poverty can suppress kids’ genetic potentials: Study


A research has suggested poverty may influence how children achieve their genetic potential.

CPM shifts stand on Genetically Modified crops


A CPI(M) leader said that it will be unscientific to oppose in to the introduction of such seeds int...
New genetic variants linked to height identified

New genetic variants linked to height identified


A new study has identified uncommon genetic variants that determine how tall a person will be.
New genetic links in diabetes drug could pave way for better treatment

New genetic links in diabetes drug could pave way for better treatment


A commonly used diabetes drug has been found to have unexplored genetic links.
Do-it-yourself kit for genetic testing!

Do-it-yourself kit for genetic testing!


A mobile phone-like device will soon rule out a patient`s need to visit a pathological lab for detec...
Genetic predisposition for breast cancer discovered

Genetic predisposition for breast cancer discovered


Scientists have revealed genetic discoveries that may help diagnose Cowden syndrome patients.
Genetic variant triples odds of cocaine abuse

Genetic variant triples odds of cocaine abuse


A new study has revealed that 1 in 5 whites carry genetic variant that triples odds of cocaine abuse...
Diet linked to onset of mental illness

Diet linked to onset of mental illness


A new research demonstrates that changes in diet might trigger the onset of mental illness.
Smoking doubles rheumatoid arthritis risk

Smoking doubles rheumatoid arthritis risk


Smoking accounts for more than a third of cases of most severe & common form of rheumatoid arthritis...
Genetic mutation causing eye cancer identified

Genetic mutation causing eye cancer identified


Researchers have isolated an oncogene called GNA11 present in patients with uveal melanoma.
Now a DNA test that helps trace your lineage!

Now a DNA test that helps trace your lineage!


Here is a DNA test that reveals a "historical archive" of where you come from.
Molecules that protect from dangers of sex identified

Molecules that protect from dangers of sex identified


Scientists have discovered a gene-silencing pathway that protects fungal genome from mutations impos...