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Mark Bittman weighs in: How many cheers for Cheerios?
Well, a major and venerable American brand has gone and announced that it contains no genetically modified organisms (G.M.O.'s). Cheerios is G.M.O.-free! ...
We’re always losing the war on cancer
Half a century ago, the story goes, a person was far more likely to die from heart disease. Now cancer ...
Liberals v. Science: As Hawaiians debate GMOs, local legislator committed to science is ostracized
In November, after months of rancorous debate, the County Council on the Big Island voted to ban biotech companies and ...
Food, genes and the feeling of risk
Riffing off of breaking news about General Mills announcent that it had dumped GMOs from its iconic Cheerios, Andrew Revkin ...
‘Brainlike’ computers, able to learn from own mistakes, could arrive in 2014
The first commercial version of a new kind of computer chip, which would allow computers to learn from their own ...
When consumer genetic test results don’t agree
I like to plan ahead; that much I knew about myself before I plunged into exploring my genetic code. I’m ...
When it comes to human brain, size isn’t everything
According to new research, expansion of the brain in our ancestors ripped apart tethered neurons, enabling new circuits to be ...
Seeking alternative to fossil fuels, high-yielding heat and cold resistant biofuel crop potential genetic goldmine
Six years ago, jatropha—an inedible, drought-resistant plant that produces a high-quality oil—was “the next big thing in biofuel,” because its oil ...
Simple genetic modification could restore American chestnut to dominance
Scientists have found a simple genetic modification to revitalize the American chestnut, but now the question remains: should they be ...
Toe fossil provides glimpse into the racy social lives of Neanderthals
A single Neanderthal toe bone has provided scientists with the most complete genome to date, offering a new glimpse into ...
Grocery Manufacturer’s Association seeks ‘natural’ label for GMOs
The trade organization representing the nation’s largest food and beverage companies wants permission to label as “natural” products that contain ...
Whole Foods drops Chobani Greek-style yogurt in anti GMO effort
Whole Foods says that as of early next year, its stores will no longer stock Chobani, a Greek yogurt brand ...
Baby with three genetic parents: Bioethics of mitochondrial replacement
Alana is apparently a normal, well-adjusted 13-year-old. But there is something extraordinary about her — every cell in her body ...
Should the sperm donor industry be regulated?
The sperm industry is not currently regulated in the U.S. and according to a new article, this lack of regulation ...
Can we slow the effects of aging?
Google's new company, Calico, is attempting to battle the effects of aging and many suspect the company will go one ...
In Israel, push to screen for breast and ovarian cancer genes leaves many conflicted
Israeli Jews, facing the world's highest incidences of breast and ovarian cancer, but among the lowest rates of mastectomies, are ...
FDA orders 23andMe to stop marketing DNA test kit
The Food and Drug Administration is demanding that 23andMe immediately cease all marketing for its main DNA service until it ...
Old age is programmed in human embryos
Researchers found senescent cells--normally associated with old and damaged tissue--in embryos. Now, they suspect senescence plays a role in differentiating ...
Genetics pioneer and Nobel winner Frederick Sanger dies
Biochemist and Nobel laureate Frederick Sanger died at age 95 on November 19th. His work created the basic tool kit ...
Answer to blindness hidden in the genes
Jasmine Carrero has big doelike eyes, an almond-shaped face and a willowy frame that she calls boyish. She also has ...
Will the FDA’s proposed ban on trans fats open the door for a new generation of ‘healthy’ GM soybeans?
Agriculture companies have developed a soybean that produces oils low in unhealthy transfats, but will restaurants and food manufacturers accept ...
Eliminating genetic mystery, for only $99
IF DNA is destiny, then Anne Wojcicki is in the right business. She is the co-founder and chief executive of ...
New York Times comes out against mandatory labeling, urges voluntary action
The New York Times has released an editorial coming out against mandatory GMO labeling laws like Washington's I-522, which is ...
DNA tests show adulteration, contamination, and mislabeling of herbal supplements
Americans spend an estimated $5 billion a year on unproven herbal supplements that promise everything from fighting off colds to curbing hot flashes and ...
Federal court confirms stance on patenting genes, invalidates Down syndrome test patent
A federal judge has invalidated a patent for testing for Down syndrome, confirming a Supreme Court ruling in June that ...
Senator Rand Paul cribs from Wikipedia’s “Gattaca” page
Senator Rand Paul, the Kentucky Republican who is among his party’s top 2016 presidential prospects, has found himself accused of plagiarism. ...
I-522 becomes most expensive initiative battle in Washington State’s history
A ballot measure in next week’s election will give voters the chance to make Washington the first state to require ...
New anti-GMO battleground: Genetically engineered yeast for medicines and fragrances
Andrew Pollack, who covers business and biotechnology at the New York Times, recently reported on the revolutionary new trend of ...
