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23andMe sells its most valuable asset. Regeneron promises keep your DNA private.
Regeneron said Monday it will “prioritize the privacy, security and ethical use” of the personal DNA data from about 15 ...
Regeneron agrees to buy bankrupt 23andMe, promises ethical use of customers' DNA data
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals said on Monday it will buy genetic testing firm 23andMe Holding for $256 million through a ...
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The fall of 23andMe and what it means for your DNA
The fall of 23andMe raises privacy concerns as Regeneron buys its genetic database for $256M after bankruptcy.
Cutting to survive: How cells remove DNA bridges at the last moment
If DNA bridges persist between chromosomes during cell division, chromosomes are abnormally segregated, leading to genetic ...
Our DNA May Evolve Much Faster Than Previously Thought
Rapidly mutating DNA regions were mapped using a multi-generational family and advanced sequencing tools. Understanding how ...
Why are orange cats orange? A small missing piece of DNA is why, 2 new studies explain
Two new studies found that a small, missing piece of DNA located next to a specific protein resulted in orange fur coloration ...
Crime lab analysts testify on DNA evidence on John O’Keefe’s clothes, pieces of taillight found at scene
Prosecutor Adam Lally called Andre Porto and Ash Vallier, analysts at the State Police crime lab, to the stand. Here's how ...
Beyond the Double Helix: Strange New DNA Structures Discovered in Ape Genomes
Researchers utilized recently published telomere-to-telomere genomes of humans, chimpanzees, bonobos, gorillas, and two ...