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Fossil Of History’s Most Successful Mammal Unearthed In China
A 160 million-year-old fossil in China is helping to explain how multituberculates evolved to become history's most successful mammals.
Aggressive Tumors Help Prepare Distant Organs For Cancer Spread
Researchers have identified key signaling molecules that are part of the advance teams that tumors form to ready the lung for cancer spread.
Genetic Root Of Chronic Mountain Sickness Uncovered
Scientists have identified genetic mutations associated with chronic mountain sickness, or Monge's disease, in Andean individuals.
Scientists Trace Effect Of Caste System On Indian Population Genetics
Scientists have found genetic evidence that modern-day India is the result of recent population mixture among divergent demographic groups.
iPhone Device Detects Heart Rhythm Problems And Prevents Stroke
Researchers in Australia have developed an iPhone case and app that can be used to detect heart rhythm problems, thus preventing strokes.
Genome Study Uncovers Mysteries Of Endangered Chinese Alligator
Scientists have analyzed the genome of the endangered Chinese alligator, uncovering insights into how they adapt to aquatic environments.
Lasers Used To Insert DNA Into Cells With Precision
A team of scientists in South Korea have developed the most precise method ever used to insert DNA into cells.
21 ‘Signatures’ In 30 Common Cancers Revealed
A team of scientists has described the mutational processes that drive tumor development in 30 of the most common cancer types.
Scientists Engineer Rice To Fight Rotavirus
Scientists have engineered a strain of rice that produces an anti-rotavirus antibody for preventing rotavirus infections.