The Great DNA DepressionThe Great Depression Changed People’s DNA, Study Finds Children born during this time of recession showed genetic markers of accelerated aging. By Rohitha Naraharisetty
Don't Take This LightlyThe Human Genome Contains ‘Dark Matter.’ What Is Its Purpose? The mysterious component of our genome could be a potential site for treating diseases like cancer. By Rohitha Naraharisetty
DNA TwinsDoppelgangers May Share Common DNA Despite Being Unrelated to Each Other Researchers hope the study's findings will help diagnose illnesses in future since people with similar genes may contract similar diseases. By Amlan Sarkar
Outside the DNA BlackholeScientists Have Finally Decoded the Complete Human Genome The findings have been 30 years in the making, and can offer insights into health and what makes our species unique. By Saumya Kalia
Lasting ImpressionsDNA From 6,000‑Year‑Old Chewing Gum Used to Build Portrait of a Neolithic Girl It's the first time scientists have been able to map a human genome from anything other than human bones. By Rajvi Desai
