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Once-mysterious ‘Atacama Skeleton’ illuminates genetics of bone disease
March 22, 2018
UCSF researchers sequence the genome of the ‘Atacama skeleton’ and discover new mutations.
Cognitive benefits of 'young blood' linked to brain protein in mice
February 22, 2018
Infusing old mice with the blood of younger mice leads to brain rejuvenation. UCSF researchers may now have figured out how.
Researchers develop a remote-controlled cancer immunotherapy system
January 25, 2018
The ultrasound-based system can non-invasively control genetic processes to kill cancer cells.
Earth BioGenome Project to sequence all life
January 24, 2018
UC Davis-led partnership to map the DNA of every lifeform announced at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
Received an at-home DNA test as a holiday gift? Proceed with caution
January 10, 2018
Many people are ill-equipped to handle troubling medical information without proper guidance, UCLA geneticist says.
How bird genetics adapt to climate change
January 4, 2018
Scientists find yellow warbler DNA is already adjusting to new conditions and ask whether it's enough to survive.
First step toward CRISPR cure of Lou Gehrig’s disease
January 3, 2018
Scientists disable a muscle degeneration trigger to extend mouse lifespans by 25 percent.
As genetic testing grows popular, UCSF clinic emerges to provide context
December 14, 2017
Genetics is only as good as the qualifications of the person interpreting it, says Dr. Bryce Mendelsohn.
A horse is a horse, of course, of course — except when it isn’t
November 28, 2017
Researchers analyze ancient DNA to reveal a new genus of extinct horse that once roamed North America.
Making mosquitoes self-destruct
November 28, 2017
Researchers generate genetically engineered insects to help prevent the spread of infectious diseases.