How genetic mutations make us who we are Key genetic mutations found in people with Irish ancestry contribute to our pale skin and ability to digest milk Genetics • 10 Mar 22
The genetics of cancer and what to look out for Genetics is thought of as inheriting traits like eye colour or height but there are other things you might inherit that are not visible on … Genes • 20 Sep 21
How can genetics help solve infection outbreaks? A better understanding of the biology of microbes like coronaviruses will help us with future outbreaks Coronavirus • 27 Mar 20
Are genetically modified babies coming our way? A Chinese scientist's claims that he created the world's first genetically engineered babies has highlighted the ethics of gene editing Genetic modification • 05 Feb 19
Who let the dogs out? Meet Candie, the oldest dog on the planet Tumour cells have spread between dogs globally for the last 11,000 years and all are directly linked to the first dog's original tumour Dogs • 16 Jan 19
The risks and rewards of altering human genes While genetic engineering may not produce unintended harm for the individual, we still have to consider social dangers Genetics • 02 Aug 18
Did humans have sex with Neanderthals? Though humans and Neanderthals co-existed for no more than 20,000 years, there are tantalising scraps of evidence about the kinds of interactions they would have … Genetics • 13 Feb 19
The ethics of gene editing Opinion: there is no doubt that gene editing and similar techniques are going to deeply affect the future of our children and future generations Genetics • 16 Nov 17
