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Researchers identify genetic mutation for deafness
The following is an excerpt. Australian researchers have uncovered the mechanism by which a rare genetic mutation causes premature deafness ...
What makes us human: genetics, culture or both?
The following is an edited excerpt. Was there a single trigger that kickstarted the human revolution? Undoubtedly genetic mutation played ...
“You catch criminals with DNA” — What kids know (and don’t) about genetics
The following is an excerpt of a longer story. “DNA is your blood in you, we can use DNA as ...
Ensure open access to genetic data to protect innovation
The following is an excerpt. Find a link to the full story below. Public investment in the Human Genome Project was expected ...
Male, female – ah, what’s the difference?
The following is an editorial summary. Find a link to the full story below. What distinguishes males and females? The ...
New gene testing framework ignores privacy concerns
[G]ene testing has the potential to transform the way we manage health. The Department of Health and Ageing’s soon-to-be-released framework ...
Geneticists developing hens resistant to flu deadly to humans
Research scientists at Australia's national science research agency are using a technique called gene silencing to “switch off” virus genes ...
Debating the alleged dangers of genetically modified crops
The Australian science site The Conversation recently carried a story from a scientist with CSIRO, Australia's national science agency, challenging ...
