genetics
Human aging reversal trials in a year or two, George Church discusses rejuvenating the body
Posted in Medicine on 16th Jun, 2016
by Alex Muller
Church: 'I think it can happen very quickly. I think we'll be seeing the first human trials in a year or two.'
This year, we'll sequence DNA in space for the first time
Posted in Science on 3rd Jun, 2016
by Alex Muller
Kate Rubins, a virologist turned astronaut, heads to the ISS this month to monitor more than 250 experiments, including genetic sequencing.
Scientists discover how to convert skin cells into red blood cells
Posted in Medicine on 3rd Jun, 2016
by Alex Muller
Researchers have identified the four genetic keys that unlock the genetic code of skin cells and reprogram them to start producing red blood cells.
Gene helps prevent heart attack, stroke; may also block some effects of aging
Posted in Science on 23rd May, 2016
by Alex Muller
'Finding a way to reactivate this pathway may have profound implications for health and aging.'
Bipolar disorder has genetic links to autism, a new study shows
Posted in Science on 6th May, 2016
by Alex Muller
A new study suggests there may be an overlap between rare genetic variations linked to bipolar disorder and those implicated in schizophrenia and autism.