Researchers develop a remote-controlled cancer immunotherapy system UC San Diego January 25, 2018 The ultrasound-based system can non-invasively control genetic processes to kill cancer cells.
Earth BioGenome Project to sequence all life UC Davis 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 UCLA 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 UCLA 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 UC Berkeley 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 UCSF 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 UC Santa Cruz November 28, 2017 Researchers analyze ancient DNA to reveal a new genus of extinct horse that once roamed North America.
Making mosquitoes self-destruct UC Riverside November 28, 2017 Researchers generate genetically engineered insects to help prevent the spread of infectious diseases.
Gene discovery may halt worldwide wheat epidemic UC Davis November 21, 2017 Scientists hope they can fend off a devastating strain of stem rust.
Researchers discover new pathway for handling stress UC San Diego November 6, 2017 Newly detected resistance mechanism helps protect cells from threats such as heat shock.