Genetic Research
News on genetic research, including genome-wide association studies, genotyping, metagenomics, basic research in genetics, genomics, and molecular diagnostics.
Study Finds Ancient Human DNA Leaked Into Cave Stone Surrounding Bone
The results suggest that deposits around archeological bones could be used as another source of DNA to reconstruct ancient human genomes and microbial communities.
Ancient DNA Details Bronze Age Population Shifts in Southern Iberia
With new sequence data for 136 ancient individuals, researchers detected male replacement and other population dynamics during a period linked to significant social change.
Identifying Individuals in Genomic Datasets From Headshots Harder Than Expected
A new analysis found that with current tools and population sizes of more than 100, the risk of reidentification is low.
IndyGeneUS AI Secures $1.5M Seed Investment From South African IsimoVest VC Partners
The funding will cover equipment and operation costs, including the installation of the first of at least 12 NovaSeq 6000 sequencers.
Team Shares Chinese Genome Resource, Population Reference Panel
Researchers identified more than 79.2 million variants in Chinese individuals for the "NyuWa" resource, along with a smaller reference panel representing variants found across the country.