When Charles Darwin first proposed how evolution works in 1859, it seemed plausible. Tiny changes stack up over time, ...

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A new DNA model suggests humans didn't reach Australia until 50,000 years ago, but archaeological data disagrees.

Evolution is a gradual change to the DNA of a species over many generations. It can occur by natural selection , when certain traits created by genetic mutations help an organism survive or reproduce.

Mitochondria are the body's "energy factories," and their proper function is essential for life. Inside mitochondria, a set ...

Chunks of flipped DNA appear to accelerate evolution in fish. This discovery could reshape our understanding of how ...

Worms radically reorganized their genomes during their move from sea to land, supporting the theory of punctuated equilibrium ...

After years of collecting consumer DNA, genetic testing companies are monetizing the data. But who should profit — the ...

Why is residual DNA testing a non-negotiable in biomanufacturing? The shift from small molecules to monoclonal antibodies, ...

A study analyzed the DNA of feral dogs living near Chernobyl, compared the animals to others living 10 miles away, and found remarkable differences.