Dna
New study points to genetic ‘Achilles’ Heel’ in cancer cells
Researchers explained to TPS-IL that the same genetic machinery that allows tumors to grow at extremely high speed may also damage their DNA, exposing new vulnerabilities for future treatments.
BIU study reveals that origin of sleeping in humans is deduced from jellyfish, sea anemones
Rapid pandemic response: Israeli bio-chip instantly maps antibody defense
Ancient DNA reveals extreme family ties in Bronze Age southern Italy - study
Scientists attempt to bring back to life extinct Tasmanian tiger
Also known as the Tasmanian wolf or thylacine, the Tasmanian tiger lived in Australia and became extinct when the last known tiger died in 1936 at Hobart Zoo.
Cannabis and psychosis: Study shows use of high-potency cannabis leaves mark on DNA - study
Researchers found that regular use of high-potency cannabis, along with THC, can significantly alter DNA patterns.
Columbus was a Sephardi Jew from Western Europe, study finds
To solve the mystery, researchers conducted a 22-year investigation, led by forensic expert Miguel Lorente.
23andMe agrees to $30M settlement over data breach that targeted Jewish and Chinese users
23andMe will pay $30M for a data breach targeting Ashkenazi Jews and Chinese customers, as a hacker named "Golem" leaked nearly 1M Jewish profiles, calling it "most valuable data."
Black Plague killed farmers thousands of years before 14th-century Europe - study
Researchers identified at least three plague outbreaks spanning six generations that they could trace in one of the studied families.
Mohamed Hadid: Israeli Jews have no genetic connection to ancient Hebrews
Hadid said that Israeli Jews should show their ancestry for comparison to his.
Technion team discovers important adaptive strategy of the microbiome, impacting immune system
The study focused on species of the Bacteroidales order, some of the most abundant species in the human gut microbiome.
Health effects of Iranian nuclear strike on Israel: Some key insights
What could be the health impacts of an Iranian nuclear strike on Israel?
Unmarked graves reveal George Washington’s centuries-old family secrets
Genetic analysis reveals George Washington's brother Samuel's descendants, shedding light on the first president's lineage.
Beethoven had great genes, but not for beat synchronization
Henechowicz said the study does not discount that DNA contributes to people’s musical skills.
