Evolutionary genetics is the study of how genetic variation leads to evolutionary change. It includes topics such as the evolution of genome structure, the genetic basis of speciation and ...

A recent study has uncovered new genetic insights into how two wild strawberries—Fragaria corymbosa and Fragaria ...

The vaginal microbiome, a complex ecosystem inhabited by diverse microbial communities, plays a pivotal role in maintaining reproductive health and protecting against infections. Recent advancements ...

Biologists at the University of Rochester are calling a discovery they made in a mysterious region of the chromosome known as ...

Natural selection isn't just something that happens to organisms, their activities also play a role, giving some species – ...

A new study on anglerfish evolution reveals how these deep-sea creatures adapted to the extreme bathypelagic zone, achieving ...

Sperm are the most diverse and rapidly evolving cell type. Why sperm have undergone such dramatic evolution is a mystery that ...

TIGER integrates a collection of toolkits facilitating research analyses on genetics and evolution. It is a Java-based program, combining efficiency and flexibility to realize high-performance ...

In a study published Nov. 21 in the journal Nature Human Behaviour, researchers have uncovered significant genetic ...

The genome of a once-endangered songbird shows extensive signs of inbreeding, according to a new study. Because inbreeding can negatively impact survival and reproduction, the results could guide ...

eLife reviews research including the genetic basis of health and disease, epigenetics, genomics, medical genetics, genetic epidemiology, and population genetics. Learn more about what we review and ...

A study published in Cell uncovers the deep evolutionary roots of flint and dent maize (also commonly known as "corn"), two ...