Prehistoric sted-heads reveal their emergence as the world's earliest known animal.
Moths: the nocturnal do-gooders we don’t deserve
A love letter to moths. I lied, more of an appreciation post for them. They do more for the planet than you might realise.
We’ve found Nemo… genetically
We have found Nemo, from a genetic perspective. Pretty cool little fish.
We all have variants of newly-found “depression genes”
30 new gene variants have been discovered that contribute to depression.
Put your hands in the air for the Genetic DJ
When I say "genetics", you say.. Well, say whatever you want to say. A study has shown that cells remix their genes. Cue the scratches.
Modern European genes may favour a plant-based diet
Yes, sorry to all the steakhouse lovers out there but it seems that modern European genetics may be geared towards a plant-based diet. PLANTS!
Horny salamander uses genes from three mating partners
I bet you never thought you'd hear the words "horny" and "salamander" in succession. Well, you just did.
Bacteria factories to produce cancer drugs?
The bacterial machinery production line is spitting out P450 enzymes to aid in the production of cancer drugs. Those magnificent workers, I hope they're on at least Living Wage.
Reconstructing injured bones: the future of gene therapy
Researchers have found a way to regenerate damaged bone tissue. Exciting.
Carbon dating cancer: from inception to spread
One man's very unfortunate circumstances has led to the first precise tracing of cancer evolution, from its inception to spread.