Decoding the sacred genetics of Japan’s sika deer
a spotted stag A full set of downy deer antlers graze peacefully among the ancient stone pillars of Kasuga Taisha Shrine in Nara Park. At sunset, the sound of trumpets …
Genetics
Pro Coach Joe Bennett on 7 Ways Genetics Affects Bodybuilders’ Bar Bending
Bodybuilding trainer Joe Bennett says Arnold Schwarzenegger’s hips are wide enough to be fertile. He was right; Schwarzenegger, the father of modern bodybuilding and a seven-time Mr. Olympia winner, often …
Study reveals role of key protein in balancing immune response to viral infection
Researchers have uncovered the regulatory mechanism of a specific protein that plays a key role in balancing immune responses triggered by viral infections in mammalian cells. These findings may help …
Polyploidy in vegetables: revealing genetic secrets of crop evolution and breeding success
Newswise — A research team is using advanced sequencing techniques to dissect the genetic and epigenetic nuances of polyploidy, elucidating the role of polyploidy in vegetable crop evolution and breeding. …
Study results better define genetic landscape of cervical neuroendocrine tumors
In an ambitious new study, a team including Yale University scientists set out to find potential treatments for patients with a rare neuroendocrine tumor of the cervix (NETc) by understanding …
Penn State study investigates how caloric restriction affects a person’s telomeres
Penn State researchers may have uncovered another layer of complexity in the mystery of how diet affects aging. A new study led by researchers in Penn State’s College of Health …
Dr. Karama Neal talks genetics, nuclear reactors and community development at LeadAR 40th anniversary event
What do genetics, nuclear reactors and rural community development have in common? These were the topics discussed by Dr. Karama Neal, principal of the Neal Firm and keynote speaker at …
URMC professor of biomedical genetics named fellow of American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)
Dr. Douglas Portman Dr. Douglas PortmanHolds the Donald M. Foster, MD, PhD Professorship in Biomedical Genetics, is Professor of Neuroscience and Biology at the University of Rochester Medical Center, and …
Breaking down genetics to build humanity: Kate Judge
Kate Jaggi, MS 24 (PWS), stares at her computer screen, unable to fully comprehend the information in front of her. She stood up without saying a word, walked quickly to …
Genetics of host plants determine which microbes they attract, study finds
Miscanthus plants are bioenergy crops because they require lower nutrient concentrations for more growth. Photo credit: L. Brian Stauffer Plant roots often form microbial communities, which can affect plant health …