Category : Search result: genetic research


Light-activated cancer treatment breakthrough

Groundbreaking research reveals new light-activated cancer treatment that targets tumours with precision, potentially replacing harsh chemotherapy with fewer side effects.

Snakes calculate angles before striking prey

Groundbreaking research uncovers the deadly hunting techniques of snakes, with high-speed footage showing how they calculate perfect strike angles in milliseconds before pouncing on unsuspecting prey.

Daughter's rare condition breaks hearts daily

Exclusive: The heartbreaking story of a family coping with their daughter's rare Cri Du Chat syndrome, revealing the daily challenges and emotional toll of caring for a child with complex needs.

NHS plans DNA sequencing in GP appointments

Oxford University researchers are pioneering a groundbreaking NHS initiative that could bring DNA sequencing to GP surgeries, transforming preventative healthcare and early disease detection across the UK.

UK diverted Ukraine research funds to Brexit work

Exclusive investigation uncovers how Whitehall redirected vital medical and environmental research funding away from Ukraine support programmes to bolster post-Brexit policy development.

NHS screens thousands for hidden genetic disorder

The NHS is rolling out a groundbreaking genetic testing programme to identify thousands of Britons with undiagnosed hereditary haemochromatosis - a dangerous iron overload condition that can cause organ damage if untreated.

Science in Crisis: CSIRO Funding Collapse Demands Action

Australia's premier scientific organisation, CSIRO, confronts an existential threat as chronic underfunding triggers brain drain and research cuts. Scientific leaders issue urgent plea to Prime Minister Albanese to rescue national science capability.

Parents' Cognitive Decline Could Predict Your Own

New research uncovers how children may inherit their parents' cognitive decline patterns, with significant implications for dementia prevention and early detection strategies in UK families.

Naked Mole Rats' Anti-Ageing Secret Unlocked

Groundbreaking research reveals how naked mole rats defy ageing through superior DNA repair mechanisms, offering potential breakthroughs for human health and longevity treatments.

America's Most Inbred Family: The Whittaker Story

An investigative journey into the lives of the Whittakers, known as America's most inbred family, uncovering their isolated existence and the genetic consequences of generations of intermarriage.

Dolly the Sheep cloning pioneer Sir Ian Wilmut dies aged 92

Sir Ian Wilmut, the pioneering scientist who failed biology at Eton but went on to lead the team that cloned Dolly the Sheep, has passed away aged 92. Discover the remarkable journey of the man once told his scientific dreams were 'ridiculous'.

Ancient DNA Rewrites Aztec Origins Story

Groundbreaking genetic research reveals the astonishing origins of the Aztec civilization, tracing their ancestors' epic 1,000-mile migration from Mexican deserts to their eventual empire.

Study: Intense Exercise May Increase MND Risk

Groundbreaking research from the University of Sheffield suggests vigorous exercise may accelerate motor neurone disease onset in those with predisposing genes, challenging fitness norms.

DNA Database Controversy Sparks Privacy Concerns

Conservative commentator Charlie Kirk's alarming claim about Utah's DNA collection practices sparks debate over genetic privacy rights and government overreach in criminal investigations.

Lewis Moody's MND diagnosis sparks funding crisis

Former England rugby captain Lewis Moody's shock Motor Neurone Disease diagnosis has triggered powerful demands for the UK Government to finally commit promised funds to MND research through the My Name'5 Doddie Foundation.

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