Pictures of DNA often look very tidy—the strands of the double helix neatly wind around each other, making it seem like studying genetics should be relatively straightforward. In truth, these strands ...

This monumental scientific achievement occurred within a context of intense international collaboration, rapid technical ...

The discovery of DNA was evidence of how deeply interconnected humans are, but the late scientist saw only difference.

In 1953, James Watson, a 25-year-old researcher at the University of Cambridge, visited Maurice Wilkins, a researcher at King ...

James D. Watson, an American biologist whose 1953 discovery of the structure of DNA ushered in the age of genetics, has died ...

James Watson, who co-discovered the structure of DNA has died at age 97. He was a scientific superstar until he made racist ...

MASPIN ("tumor suppressor shield"): MASPIN is a natural defense protein that blocks tumor invasion, regulates cell migration and angiogenesis, promotes apoptosis, and enhances treatment sensitivity.

DNA, deoxyribonucleic acid, carrying encoded genetic information at molecular level, is the most significant discovery in the history of genetics. Previous researches on DNA included topics of bases, ...

In just a few short weeks, the Fall 2025 semester will commence at universities throughout the U.S. Many new and returning students will pursue a course of study in various STEM-related fields. I ...

Franklin W. Stahl, an American molecular biologist whose landmark 1957-1958 experiment with colleague Matthew Meselson revealed how DNA replicates, helping pave the way for a revolution in genetics ...