The mitochondrial donation bill,called Maeve’s Law in honour of Maeve Hood,is set to go to a conscience vote in Parliament.
Follow-up research has confirmed a specific biomarker is a good predictor of whether a person will develop severe COVID symptoms,with work now under way to develop a diagnostic test.
Norfolk Island’s resident population could provide more clues to the genetic causes of common diseases,with a 20-year study starting its next phase.
The study,aided by Brisbane researchers,found all identical twins share the same pattern in their DNA,suggesting how their cells split at a crucial point in development.
Genomic data from 430 modern-day people from 21 Pacific island populations has helped unravel Polynesia’s genetic history.
In his new book,longevity investor Sergey Young outlines the major ways in which individuals - with the help of technology - can live healthier,longer lives.
Saving lives or playing God? Why are the stakes so high in genetic engineering?
After uncovering alarming practices in Australia’s fertility industry,an investigative reporter learnt that a friend was actually her half-sister. Together they tracked down their biological father,who had revelations of his own.
The 43-year-old healthcare worker thought it would be interesting to explore her genetic heritage. The DNA results led to a shocking discovery.
New research by QIMR has confirmed a genetic relationship between depression and anxiety,with 509 genes identified that influence both mental health conditions.
Vitamin D does not give any protection against most forms of cancer,new genetic analysis has confirmed.