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Study of more than 600 animal and plant species finds genetic diversity has declined globally

Global genetic diversity in animals and plants has significantly declined over the past three decades, necessitating urgent conservation efforts.

Ancient DNA Brought the World's Most Threatened Cat Species Back From the Brink of Extinction

The Iberian lynx's survival depends on genetic diversity, which has diminished due to human impact.

Study of more than 600 animal and plant species finds genetic diversity has declined globally

Global genetic diversity in animals and plants has significantly declined over the past three decades, necessitating urgent conservation efforts.

Ancient DNA Brought the World's Most Threatened Cat Species Back From the Brink of Extinction

The Iberian lynx's survival depends on genetic diversity, which has diminished due to human impact.

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High-resolution genomic history of early medieval Europe - Nature

Ancient genome sequencing enhances insights into human migration and genetic diversity but faces challenges in statistical differentiation among closely related ancestries.

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Wild wheat: The key to food security in a warming world

Investing in wild wheat relatives can enhance disease resistance and sustainability in wheat agriculture.

Wheat production is essential for global food security but is threatened by climate change.

Next-generation breeding tools are necessary to maximize the genetic potential of wheat.

Hope for coral reefs after IVF colonies survive record heat event study

Young corals bred via IVF showed remarkable resilience during a severe marine heatwave, while older corals suffered greatly, highlighting the importance of genetic diversity.

In Northern Spain, Forgotten Varietals May Hold the Key to Climate-Resistant Vines

Ancient grape varieties in Galicia, Spain, provide a historical and genetic resource for viticulture's future sustainability amidst climate change.

Earliest modern human genomes constrain timing of Neanderthal admixture

The study explores the genetic diversity of ancient human migrations influenced by environmental factors.

What is biodiversity and why does it matter? DW 05/22/2024

Biodiversity is crucial for healthy ecosystems, providing key services for all life forms on Earth.

Wild wheat: The key to food security in a warming world

Investing in wild wheat relatives can enhance disease resistance and sustainability in wheat agriculture.

Wheat production is essential for global food security but is threatened by climate change.

Next-generation breeding tools are necessary to maximize the genetic potential of wheat.

Hope for coral reefs after IVF colonies survive record heat event study

Young corals bred via IVF showed remarkable resilience during a severe marine heatwave, while older corals suffered greatly, highlighting the importance of genetic diversity.

In Northern Spain, Forgotten Varietals May Hold the Key to Climate-Resistant Vines

Ancient grape varieties in Galicia, Spain, provide a historical and genetic resource for viticulture's future sustainability amidst climate change.

Earliest modern human genomes constrain timing of Neanderthal admixture

The study explores the genetic diversity of ancient human migrations influenced by environmental factors.

What is biodiversity and why does it matter? DW 05/22/2024

Biodiversity is crucial for healthy ecosystems, providing key services for all life forms on Earth.

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Who Lived in Early Medieval Flanders? DNA Reveals the Answer - Medievalists.net

The Merovingian graves in Koksijde reveal significant genetic diversity from North Sea Germanic and North Gaulish ancestry during the late 7th and early 8th centuries.

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To conserve biodiversity, create spaces where natural selection is allowed free rein

Genetic diversity is crucial for the survival of species under changing environmental conditions.

Cloned Endangered Ferret Gives Birth to Healthy Offspring

The birth of cloned ferret Antonia's offspring marks a groundbreaking achievement in conservation and genetic diversity for endangered species.

Baby black-footed ferrets first to be born to a cloned mom

A cloned black-footed ferret successfully gave birth, marking a significant advance in endangered species conservation and genetic diversity restoration.

A 7-month-old tree kangaroo peeked out of its mom's pouch at the Bronx Zoo and here are the photos

Tree kangaroo born at Bronx Zoo, enhancing genetic diversity among endangered animals.

The American red wolf is endangered. These 'ghost genes' could save it

American red wolves are critically endangered due to historical extermination by humans, prompting a serious conservation effort to save the species.

To conserve biodiversity, create spaces where natural selection is allowed free rein

Genetic diversity is crucial for the survival of species under changing environmental conditions.

Cloned Endangered Ferret Gives Birth to Healthy Offspring

The birth of cloned ferret Antonia's offspring marks a groundbreaking achievement in conservation and genetic diversity for endangered species.

Baby black-footed ferrets first to be born to a cloned mom

A cloned black-footed ferret successfully gave birth, marking a significant advance in endangered species conservation and genetic diversity restoration.

A 7-month-old tree kangaroo peeked out of its mom's pouch at the Bronx Zoo and here are the photos

Tree kangaroo born at Bronx Zoo, enhancing genetic diversity among endangered animals.

The American red wolf is endangered. These 'ghost genes' could save it

American red wolves are critically endangered due to historical extermination by humans, prompting a serious conservation effort to save the species.

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Memorial Minute for Otto Thomas Solbrig, 92 - Harvard Gazette

Otto Thomas Solbrig significantly advanced plant ecology, particularly in understanding genetic diversity in dandelions and the effects of human activity on ecosystems.

Coordinated inheritance of extrachromosomal DNAs in cancer cells - Nature

Oncogene amplification via ecDNA promotes cancer progression and genetic diversity, enabling rapid cellular adaptation and complicating treatment efforts.

Amid Climate Crisis, Svalbard Global Seed Vault Gets a Huge Deposit

Svalbard Global Seed Vault is vital for preserving genetic diversity and food security against catastrophic events.

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People didn't believe Africa could be a source of innovation': how the continent holds the key to future drug research

Africa's genetic diversity is essential for global health advancements, yet it is underutilized in clinical trials.

AI can help to tailor drugs for Africa - but Africans should lead the way

Africa lacks pharmacogenomic research despite genetic diversity and population size.

Less than 5% of data in PharmGKB is from African populations; limited drugs studied in African groups.

People didn't believe Africa could be a source of innovation': how the continent holds the key to future drug research

Africa's genetic diversity is essential for global health advancements, yet it is underutilized in clinical trials.

AI can help to tailor drugs for Africa - but Africans should lead the way

Africa lacks pharmacogenomic research despite genetic diversity and population size.

Less than 5% of data in PharmGKB is from African populations; limited drugs studied in African groups.

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Which came first, the chicken or the egg? Scientists settle the debate

Eggs evolved over 600 million years ago, before chickens, but the first chicken hatched before the first chicken egg.

Labrador is first Japanese dog to have guide dog puppies in UK

Yuko the Labrador represents a milestone for Guide Dogs UK as the first Japanese dog to have guide dog puppies in the UK.

Scientists discovered a unique line of Neanderthals and it's helping solve the mystery of humanity's last great extinction

The discovery of a new Neanderthal lineage helps to explain their extinction circumstances compared to modern humans.

A broader view of the diversity of human gene expression

Expanding gene expression research beyond European ancestries is crucial to understand genetic diversity in traits and diseases.

Scientists reveal the fascinating reason why women cheat

Women cheat seeking 'good genes' for offspring while valuing primary partners for parenting.

Women's infidelity can be driven by desire for genetic diversity and better parental qualities in partners.

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Eagle attacks, red invaders and a genetic bottleneck: inside the fight to save arctic foxes

Arctic fox conservation efforts in Norway involve small steps towards species recovery.

Meet Noreen and Antonia, cloned ferrets who might help save their species

Cloning baby ferrets from frozen cells aims to save species from extinction by adding genetic diversity.

Eagle attacks, red invaders and a genetic bottleneck: inside the fight to save arctic foxes

Arctic fox conservation efforts in Norway involve small steps towards species recovery.

Meet Noreen and Antonia, cloned ferrets who might help save their species

Cloning baby ferrets from frozen cells aims to save species from extinction by adding genetic diversity.

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The variation and evolution of complete human centromeres - Nature

Advances in long-read sequencing technologies and assembly algorithms now allow the complete assembly of human centromeres.

Human centromeres are diverse and rapidly evolving due to various genetic mechanisms.

Geographical migration and fitness dynamics of Streptococcus pneumoniae - Nature

The persistence of endemic pathogens like S. pneumoniae, with extreme genetic diversity, poses challenges for control despite available vaccines.

Daily briefing: Deaths and diseases linked to rising temperatures across Europe

Global warming is causing increased deaths, health inequality, and disease spread in Europe.

Genes from century-old wheat varieties may enhance modern crops' disease resistance and reduce fertilizer needs.

Misinformation has an impact on elections, but its influence is nuanced and not as straightforward as commonly thought.

To kill the competition, bacteria throw pieces of dead viruses at them

Viruses (phages) have been utilized to attack bacteria for centuries; bacteria have weaponized disabled virus pieces to kill competitors, contributing to biodiversity and defense mechanisms.

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Australian scientists produce kangaroo embryos using IVF for first time

How DNA could help save California's historic pheasants

Australian scientists produce kangaroo embryos using IVF for first time

How DNA could help save California's historic pheasants

Study of more than 600 animal and plant species finds genetic diversity has declined globally

Ancient DNA Brought the World's Most Threatened Cat Species Back From the Brink of Extinction

Study of more than 600 animal and plant species finds genetic diversity has declined globally

Ancient DNA Brought the World's Most Threatened Cat Species Back From the Brink of Extinction

High-resolution genomic history of early medieval Europe - Nature

Wild wheat: The key to food security in a warming world

Hope for coral reefs after IVF colonies survive record heat event study

In Northern Spain, Forgotten Varietals May Hold the Key to Climate-Resistant Vines

Earliest modern human genomes constrain timing of Neanderthal admixture

What is biodiversity and why does it matter? DW 05/22/2024

Wild wheat: The key to food security in a warming world

Hope for coral reefs after IVF colonies survive record heat event study

In Northern Spain, Forgotten Varietals May Hold the Key to Climate-Resistant Vines

Earliest modern human genomes constrain timing of Neanderthal admixture

What is biodiversity and why does it matter? DW 05/22/2024

Who Lived in Early Medieval Flanders? DNA Reveals the Answer - Medievalists.net

To conserve biodiversity, create spaces where natural selection is allowed free rein

Cloned Endangered Ferret Gives Birth to Healthy Offspring

Baby black-footed ferrets first to be born to a cloned mom

A 7-month-old tree kangaroo peeked out of its mom's pouch at the Bronx Zoo and here are the photos

The American red wolf is endangered. These 'ghost genes' could save it

To conserve biodiversity, create spaces where natural selection is allowed free rein

Cloned Endangered Ferret Gives Birth to Healthy Offspring

Baby black-footed ferrets first to be born to a cloned mom

A 7-month-old tree kangaroo peeked out of its mom's pouch at the Bronx Zoo and here are the photos

The American red wolf is endangered. These 'ghost genes' could save it

Memorial Minute for Otto Thomas Solbrig, 92 - Harvard Gazette

Coordinated inheritance of extrachromosomal DNAs in cancer cells - Nature

Amid Climate Crisis, Svalbard Global Seed Vault Gets a Huge Deposit

People didn't believe Africa could be a source of innovation': how the continent holds the key to future drug research

AI can help to tailor drugs for Africa - but Africans should lead the way

People didn't believe Africa could be a source of innovation': how the continent holds the key to future drug research

AI can help to tailor drugs for Africa - but Africans should lead the way

Which came first, the chicken or the egg? Scientists settle the debate

Labrador is first Japanese dog to have guide dog puppies in UK

Scientists discovered a unique line of Neanderthals and it's helping solve the mystery of humanity's last great extinction

A broader view of the diversity of human gene expression

Scientists reveal the fascinating reason why women cheat

Eagle attacks, red invaders and a genetic bottleneck: inside the fight to save arctic foxes

Meet Noreen and Antonia, cloned ferrets who might help save their species

Eagle attacks, red invaders and a genetic bottleneck: inside the fight to save arctic foxes

Meet Noreen and Antonia, cloned ferrets who might help save their species

The variation and evolution of complete human centromeres - Nature

Geographical migration and fitness dynamics of Streptococcus pneumoniae - Nature

Daily briefing: Deaths and diseases linked to rising temperatures across Europe

To kill the competition, bacteria throw pieces of dead viruses at them

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