The DNA in a single cup of water can track wildlife, monitor pollution and survey pathogens in waterways and their ...

Scientists have uncovered thousands of bacterial DNA fragments hidden inside cockroaches for millions of years. The ...

Researchers at the University of Toronto have discovered a DNA repair mechanism that advances understanding of how human cells stay healthy, and which could lead to new treatments for cancer and ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Archaeologists working in Colombia’s Bogotá Altiplano recently uncovered ancient human remains that have left scientists puzzled.

A DNA testing kit may seem like a thoughtful Father's Day gift. Many people use these tests to learn about their ancestry, discover distant relatives, and build a family tree. However, psychologists ...

A team that includes Rutgers University-New Brunswick scientists has unlocked some of the secrets of corn DNA, revealing how specific sections of genetic material control vital traits such as plant ...

Archaeologists uncovered ancient Colombian remains that defy connection to modern or ancient populations, sparking new questions about human migration. Archaeologists working in Colombia’s Bogotá ...