UC Berkeley launches trial of saliva test for COVID-19 UC Berkeley June 30, 2020 Saliva can be gathered without medical supervision, unlike current tests, which saves time, money and precious PPE.
Most comprehensive study of whole cancer genomes completed UC Santa Cruz February 6, 2020 The Pan-Cancer Project discovers causes of unexplained cancers and zeros in on mechanisms of development.
The mosquito that repels the dengue virus UC San Diego January 23, 2020 An international team of scientists has synthetically engineered mosquitoes that halt dengue virus transmission.
Where DNA falls short in cracking crimes, scientists can use this new tool UC Davis September 12, 2019 Crime buffs know DNA has transformed forensics, but isn't always good enough. That's where proteomics comes in.
Alzheimer's gene may impact cognition before adulthood UC Riverside July 29, 2019 A new finding suggests a gene linked to Alzheimer's may also be associated with lower IQ scores in childhood.
Why are humans the only species prone to heart attacks? UC San Diego July 23, 2019 Gene loss 2 to 3 million years ago may explain why coronary events are common in humans but rare in other animals.
Regaining sight UC Berkeley March 19, 2019 Blind mice regain sight with a simple gene therapy that could be available to humans in three years.
UC Irvine, UC Riverside scientists identify a new world for hackers UC Irvine March 5, 2019 A sensitive DNA synthesis procedure will need more protection to ensure bioterrorists aren't listening in.
Risk tolerance: It's in your DNA UC San Diego January 15, 2019 Large study identifies genetic variants linked to risk tolerance and risky behaviors.
Bulldogs’ screw tails linked to human genetic disease UC Davis January 3, 2019 Scientists find the genetic basis for these dogs’ appearance, and link it to a rare inherited syndrome in humans.