Tag: Genetics
Prepare for new farming revolution, CSIRO says
The CSIRO is preparing for a new Green Revolution, only this time they say the rules have changed.[MORE]
Parents give kids fewer mutated genes than thought
American scientists have for the first time unlocked the genetic code of an entire family, and made a startling discovery - that parents pass on fewer mutations than previously thought.[MORE]
Gene protects some Tassie devils from tumour
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The discovery of a genetically different population of Tasmanian Devils has raised hopes for their survival.[MORE]
Scientists close on Omega 3 'Holy Grail'
Australian researchers believe they may have solved one of the most pressing food supply problems of the 21st century.[MORE]
Group says no protection for non-GM farmers
An interest group is concerned that Victorian farmers who want to keep their crops free of genetically modified (GM) plants are unable to do so.[MORE]
Anti-GM crop protesters want fears heard
A group of Denmark residents, opposed to the decision to lift the ban on genetically modified (GM) crops in Western Australia, say consumers are being ignored.[MORE]
Tutu's DNA could point to medical cures
The discovery of the first Indigenous DNA, with Desmond Tutu's help, helps to unlock the story of disease.[MORE]
Alzheimer's gene sharpens young minds
The genetic variant linked to Alzheimer's can also improve the brain function of carriers when they are younger.[MORE]
Genetic test offer raises discrimination fears
Australian insurance provider NIB plans to write to 5,000 of its customers offering half-price genetic testing.[MORE]
Fears GM decision to compromise scientific work
The Western Australian Opposition has criticised the Government for approving genetically modified (GM) canola crops before important research had been carried out.[MORE]
Ban lifted on growing GM canola
The State Government has lifted a ban on growing genetically modified canola and farmers will be able to cultivate the crop from this year.[MORE]
Nature's 'smart bomb' genome revealed
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Nature's "smart bombs" are being enlisted by scientists in the war against pests.[MORE]
Genome study finds pandas similar to dogs
Pandas like those on display at Adelaide Zoo have similar genomes to dogs.[MORE]
Ban lifted on animal-to-human transplants
The Government's peak health policy body lifts a five-year ban on transplanting animal organs into humans. [MORE]
Where you live can affect your genes
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A new study has found that living in a city can influence the expression of your genes.[MORE]
Lab claims test-tube pork breakthrough
Researchers in the Netherlands now say they have grown a form of pork in a laboratory.[MORE]
Scientists ponder devil move to fight tumour disease
Tasmanian devil researchers are considering relocating healthy devils to increase resistance to the facial tumour disease.[MORE]
Horse genome joins sequencing stable
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Scientists have have completed mapping the horse genome, providing insights into the genetic make-up of the horse.[MORE]
Genomic zoo to unlock animal secrets
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An ambitious plan to map the genomes of 10,000 animals has been unveiled. [MORE]
Genes reveal cows' evolutionary moovement
A new genetic survey method developed in Australia may allow the genes of extinct cows to be farmed for future bovine benefits such as increased disease resistance.[MORE]
Researchers map human epigenome
A map of the chemical switches governing the human genome has been plotted for the first time.[MORE]
Scientists decode breast cancer DNA
Canadian scientists have made a breakthrough in medical science, becoming the first to decode the DNA of breast cancer cells. [MORE]
'Faulty' gene linked to cancer
British scientists have identified a faulty gene linked to over half of all breast cancer cases, in what they claim is a major breakthrough in fighting the killer disease.[MORE]
Brittle bone genes revealed
Scientists have discovered a number of genes linked to the loss of bone mineral density and osteoporosis.[MORE]
Legal bid against breast cancer gene patents
Should women have to pay upwards of $3,000 to be tested for the breast cancer genes? [MORE]
