Geoffroy's cat, a small wild feline from South America, has a forepaw built for both running and climbing. This makes it a bit of a mystery. Scientists wanted to understand how its muscles work and how they compare to other cats and similar animals. They studied three adult Geoffroy's cats. They ca
Childhood obesity is a serious issue. It's not just about how someone looks or feels now. It can have long-term effects on health. One big concern is how it affects the liver. Specifically, it might lead to a condition called metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD). This is
Drinking orange juice every day might do more than just quench your thirst. A recent study suggests it could tweak how certain genes work, especially those related to heart health and metabolism. But before you rush to the fridge, let's break down what this really means. Researchers gathered 20 hea
A young mammoth named Yuka died 40, 000 years ago in Siberia. Its body was frozen in the permafrost, keeping it well-preserved. Scientists recently studied Yuka's leg tissue and found something amazing: RNA, the oldest ever sequenced. RNA is like a messenger in cells. It tells them what to do based
Deep in the Siberian permafrost, a young woolly mammoth named Yuka lay frozen for roughly 40, 000 years. In 2010, tusk hunters found Yuka's remarkably preserved body, with skin, muscle tissue, and even hair still intact. Scientists were thrilled, as Yuka's DNA was in such good shape that some cell n
In Guinea-Bissau, a country rich in biodiversity but struggling with poverty and illegal wildlife trade, a new approach is being tested to protect its animals. The idea is to use small, cheap labs and DNA codes to identify species and train locals. This could be a big deal for a place like Guinea-Bi
Colon cancer is a big deal. It's a complex disease. Many things can cause it. Food, surroundings, and genes all play a role. They can lead to long-term inflammation. This inflammation can start with bowel disease. It can end with cancer. But how do these factors work together? And what's next in res
Denisovans, long-gone relatives of modern humans, left a lasting mark on our DNA. Their genes are still present in people from East and Southeast Asia. But how did the places they lived shape our ability to fight off diseases? That's the question scientists set out to answer. They looked at three s
Tomatoes, like many plants, have a fascinating way of blooming. It's not just one gene that makes this happen. Instead, it's a team of genes working together. Scientists dove into this topic. They wanted to understand how three important genes in tomatoes help them flower. First, they looked at the
In the summer, a jeans ad featuring actress Sydney Sweeney sparked a heated debate. The ad, by American Eagle, showed Sweeney in revealing jeans and a jacket, making jokes about genes and jeans. Some viewers thought the ad was making a statement about race, linking it to past comments by Donald Trum
