DNA segments that can move from one part of the genome to another—are key to bacterial evolution and the development of ...

Transposons have been found clustered at the chromosome ends in eukaryotic cells, but this is the first time it's been ...

They are formed in a woman's body before birth and have to be on standby for decades to possibly be fertilized one day. But ...

Transposons, or "jumping genes" - DNA segments that can move from one part of the genome to another - are key to bacterial ...

Cornell University researchers have discovered a new mechanism these genes use to survive and propagate in bacteria with ...

Researchers have uncovered mechanisms by which mobile genetic elements integrate into the chromosomes of bacteria with linear genomes.

Scientists discovered a way to block hepatitis B infection using an anticancer drug, offering hope for new treatments.

There are up to 1,500 estimated cases each year in Ireland of chromosomal abnormalities, causing fertility issues, premature ...

Ezra Izer discusses the genetic analysis that has supposedly identified Jack the Ripper ...

Scientists at Cornell University have uncovered a new mechanism that bacterial transposons —often called “jumping genes” —use ...

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