Genetic Tech Spots Male Infertility Causes, Say Scientists
Scientists highlight male factors as major cause of couple infertility. Advanced genetic technologies can now pinpoint specific reasons, shifting treatment paradigms. Learn more.
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Brazil's Supercentenarians Hold Key to Longevity Secrets
Scientists highlight Brazil's overlooked, genetically diverse population as a goldmine for unlocking secrets of exceptional longevity and disease resistance. Discover the unique biology of those living past 110.
Inherited Cancer: 10% of Cases Linked to Family Genes
Up to 10% of cancers are hereditary. Dr. Vivek Sukumar explains which cancers run in families, the importance of genetic testing, and early surveillance strategies for high-risk individuals.
DNA Found on Da Vinci Artwork, Reveals New Clues
Researchers recover trace DNA from Renaissance artefacts linked to Leonardo da Vinci, using a novel 'arteomics' approach to probe the master's origins and authenticity of works. Explore the groundbreaking findings.
Genetic Study Maps Pathway to Neurodevelopmental Defects
A landmark mouse study identifies a crucial genetic pathway causing neurodevelopmental defects in offspring. Learn how this research could impact future prenatal care and genetic counseling.
Personalised Breast Cancer Screening Better Than Age Rules: Study
A landmark UCSF study of 46,000 women shows personalised risk-based screening catches cancers early, reduces unnecessary tests. Could change guidelines.
UP's First AI Clinic Opens at Noida's GIMS Hospital
Noida's GIMS hospital launches UP's first AI-powered clinic using genetic screening and AI to detect cancer, heart, kidney & liver diseases early. Learn how this tech revolutionises treatment.
Indian Experts Advise Caution on New Embryo Genetic Test
Leading Indian fertility specialists call for rigorous validation before clinical adoption of non-invasive preimplantation genetic testing (niPGT). Learn about the potential and pitfalls.
Experts Advise Caution on Non-Invasive Embryo Genetic Tests
Fertility specialists highlight the benefits and limitations of non-invasive preimplantation genetic testing (niPGT). Learn when this advanced screening is truly recommended.
Genetic Study Debunks Aryan Invasion Theory
A new genetic study reveals 76% of Gujarat's maternal lineages are indigenous, dating back 40,000+ years, challenging the Aryan Invasion Theory. Read the full findings.
Oman makes premarital medical tests compulsory from 2026
Oman enforces mandatory premarital screening for genetic & infectious diseases from Jan 1, 2026. Learn about the new law's impact on public health and marriage procedures.
Udaipuri Goat Recognised as Indigenous Breed in Uttarakhand
NBAGR officially recognises Uttarakhand's Udaipuri goat as an indigenous breed. This move will boost conservation, selective breeding, and support hill farmers' livelihoods. Read more.
Melanistic Leopard Cat Found in Indian Sundarbans
A rare melanistic leopard cat, a genetic variant, has been camera-trapped in the Sundarbans tiger survey 2024-25, indicating wider distribution. Discover the findings published in Oryx.
Kerala's First Liver Transplant for Propionic Acidaemia
A mother's liver donation saves her 2.5-year-old child from a rare genetic disorder in a landmark surgery at KIMS Health, Thiruvananthapuram. Read about this medical breakthrough.
Chennai ICH Reports Sharp Rise in Genetic Disorder Cases
Chennai's Institute of Child Health records 560 genetic disorder cases since 2022, including rare Niemann-Pick disease. Experts cite increased awareness and referrals. Read about treatment challenges and new facilities.
Influencer Melissa Mae Carlton loses second daughter
Influencer Melissa Mae Carlton announces her daughter Molly's death on Christmas Day, less than two years after losing her first daughter, Abigail, to a suspected genetic heart condition.
Stranger Things' Dustin & Cleidocranial Dysplasia Facts
Discover the rare genetic condition, cleidocranial dysplasia (CCD), that actor Gaten Matarazzo has. Learn 7 key facts about its symptoms, causes, and how it affects millions.
Methane Microbe Defies Central Dogma of Biology
A new PNAS study reveals a methane-producing archaea that survives using a flexible genetic code, challenging a decades-old biological assumption. Discover the implications for science and medicine.
Sickle Cell, Thalassemia Cases Found in A Konduru Villages
Praja Arogya Vedika identifies 20 cases of genetic blood disorders in A Konduru mandal. Free testing camp announced. Read about the health crisis and official response.
Gene variant doubles opioid addiction risk, finds AIIMS study
An AIIMS study reveals a genetic variant linked to stress response more than doubles opioid addiction risk in Indians. Discover the biological factors behind dependence.
Pavel Durov: Father to 100+ Kids via Sperm Donation
Telegram founder Pavel Durov discloses he has over 100 children worldwide from sperm donations. He offers to pay IVF costs and plans to leave them his fortune. Read the full story.
Teen's liver transplant warns of fatty liver disease risk
A 14-year-old from Surat needed a liver transplant due to advanced fatty liver disease, accelerated by junk food and genetic risk. Hepatologists urge urgent action on childhood obesity and diet.
India's 220 kmph Rail Test Track Ready by March 2026
India's first dedicated high-speed rail test track, a 64-km facility in Rajasthan, is on track for completion by March 2026. It will enable testing at 220 kmph, positioning India as a global hub for rolling stock validation. Read more!
New Wild Sponge Gourd Variety Found in Odisha
An ICAR-NBPGR scientist discovers Luffa aegyptiaca var. alba, a new wild sponge gourd with white seeds in Odisha. This find could boost crop genetics and disease resistance. Read more.
Tigress airlifted from MP to Rajasthan for genetic diversity
A tigress was airlifted from Pench, Madhya Pradesh, to Rajasthan in a 2.5-hour helicopter journey to boost genetic diversity. Officials call it a major conservation milestone. Read more.
Dudhwa Rhinos Freed from Satellite Collars
Three rhinos in Dudhwa Tiger Reserve freed from tracking collars in a two-day operation. One female's collar remains to protect her newborn calf. Read about the conservation strategy.
Four Dudhwa Rhinos Freed from Tracking Collars
A team from Assam successfully removed satellite collars from four rhinos in Dudhwa Tiger Reserve, granting them total independence to boost genetic diversity. Read about this landmark conservation operation.
New FDA Lab in Pune's Moshi to be Ready by March 2026
A new state-of-the-art FDA lab in Pune's Moshi will slash testing delays for food and drug samples from over two months to swift results, boosting enforcement across five districts.
Oldest Archaeological Record of Incest Found in Italy
Scientists uncover the earliest known case of a first-degree incestuous union in a 3,500-year-old Italian burial site. Discover the shocking genetic findings and their historical significance.
Baby's First Steps After Pioneering Gene-Editing Therapy
A 16-month-old boy, KJ Muldoon, takes his first steps after receiving a first-ever personalized CRISPR therapy for a rare genetic disorder at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. A medical miracle just in time for Christmas.
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