Genes

Scientists Identify the Genes for Human Nose Shape
Scientists from University College London have identified four genes that give human noses their shape. (2016-05-24)

Green Sea Slug Borrows Genes from Algae
A unique green sea slug borrows genes from algae so it can feed on sunlight through photosynthetic processes. (2015-02-09)

Scientists Discover Gene That Helps Decapitated Flatworms Regrow Heads
Scientists have discovered the gen, zic-1, that helps flatworms regrow their heads after they have been decapitated. (2014-07-08)

Global Goat Gene Pool Under Serious Threat Say Scientists
Scientists are seriously concerned about the global goat gene pool. (2013-01-25)

Five Face Genes Have Been Identified, Could Help With Forensics
Researchers have discovered five genes that determine human facial shapes. (2012-09-14)

Black Queen Hypothesis: Some Species Survive by Discarding Genes
A new hypothesis on evolution, the Black Queen Hypothesis, suggests some living organisms evolve by discarding genes and letting other species play their hand. (2012-04-07)

Scrumptious Human Rice Modified With Human Genes
The Independent reports that scientists have begun adding human genes to rice in Japan. (2005-04-23)