DNA

El Olivar

Ancient DNA helps scientists study human evolution: ‘It’s like a time capsule’

Siberian hamsters

Siberian hamsters lose half their weight each winter. Scientists sequenced their DNA to find out how.

Sloth

Study shakes up sloth family tree

Mosquito in vial

Manipulating bacteria found in mosquitoes could help control disease

Axolotl salamander

Axolotl salamanders provide clues to spinal cord regeneration

UChicago researchers look at lysosome data

Scientists build flashlights to peek inside the ‘garbage disposal’ of cells

Elephants

‘Zombie’ gene protects elephants against cancer

Zebra finches’ social experiences alter their genomic DNA, changing ability to learn

Nanopackages

Tiny nanopackages built out of DNA help scientists peek at how neurons work

‘Smart’ cephalopods adapt by editing genetic code, but sacrifice ability to evolve