An extensive feature article in the weekend’s Dominion Post explores the issue of direct-to-consumer (DTC) genetic testing. Nikki MacDonald looks […]
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Smoking genes predict risk – NZ study
Your DNA may play a significant role in determining whether or not you end up a smoker – and how […]
Continue readingGiant squid a single global species
A new study comparing the DNA of a giant squid held at Te Papa with samples from 42 of its […]
Continue readingWhale strandings no family affair – research
A new study questions the hypothesis that mass whale strandings are the result of family members coming to the aid […]
Continue readingGenomic data and society
The Science Media Centre’s recent briefing on ‘unravelleing your genome‘ has resulted in several media stories highlighting some of the […]
Continue readingNew Zealanders shed light on Madagascar’s genetic mystery
New research from a Massey University computational biologist has estimated that the island of Madagascar was settled by just 30 […]
Continue readingAboriginal DNA sheds light on early humans – experts respond
A single lock of Aboriginal hair has revealed the genetic origins the first Australians and offered insight into the spread […]
Continue readingNew Zealanders help dig up potato genome
This week the Potato Genome Sequencing Consortium published the genome of the humble potato in the international journal Nature. The […]
Continue readingFeather DNA analysis unveils cloak origins
DNA analysis of feather cloaks dating back to 1810 has revealed fascinating insights about historical Maori trade and movement. Scientists […]
Continue readingOtago research makes advances in battle against cancer
University of Otago scientists have uncovered how a key protein is involved in the uncontrolled growth of cancer cells. Research […]
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