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Here’s what kind of data genetics testing companies can share

Here’s what kind of data genetics testing companies can share

I developed a sturdier, crisper, and yummier apple

I developed a sturdier, crisper, and yummier apple

Consumer DNA tests can’t tell you much, but they sure can get your relatives arrested

By Sara Chodosh

If your genes put you at risk of heart disease, exercise might be able to help

If your genes put you at risk of heart disease, exercise might be able to help

By Claire Maldarelli

Scientists have identified a gene that’s killing purebred dogs. Does that even matter?

Scientists have identified a gene that’s killing purebred dogs. Does that even matter?

By Sara Chodosh

hispaniola solenodon

These animals have nipples on their butts and that is not the most fascinating thing about them

By Sara Chodosh

23andMe can now test for BRCA mutations. Here’s what you need to know.

23andMe can now test for BRCA mutations. Here’s what you need to know.

By Sara Chodosh

Lefties, you should feel very special

Lefties, you should feel very special

By Thomas Merritt/The Conversation

‘Incredible genes’ can only do so much to counteract an unhealthy lifestyle

‘Incredible genes’ can only do so much to counteract an unhealthy lifestyle

By Claire Maldarelli

Everything you ever wanted to know about your double chin

Everything you ever wanted to know about your double chin

By Eleanor Cummins

Everything your biology teacher told you about earlobes is wrong

Everything your biology teacher told you about earlobes is wrong

By Claire Maldarelli

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Yes, you are probably descended from royalty. So is everyone else.

By Adam Rutherford

Pumpkins evolved from a literal genetic (monster) mash-up

Pumpkins evolved from a literal genetic (monster) mash-up

By Sara Chodosh

The first genetically engineered humans might not have their DNA tweaked at all

The first genetically engineered humans might not have their DNA tweaked at all

By Claire Maldarelli

Your DNA probably didn’t make you do it

Your DNA probably didn’t make you do it

By Nicole Wetsman

What can genetic testing really tell you?

Ask Us Anything

What can genetic testing really tell you?

By Aparna Nathan

U.S. researchers have used gene editing to combat heart disease in human embryos

U.S. researchers have used gene editing to combat heart disease in human embryos

By Claire Maldarelli

Scientific studies favor male mice—and that could hurt a lot of humans

Scientific studies favor male mice—and that could hurt a lot of humans

By Kendra Pierre-Louis

Scientists try to unwrap the secrets of Egyptian mummy DNA

Scientists try to unwrap the secrets of Egyptian mummy DNA

By Rachel Feltman

Scientists tweaked natural mutations to create a better tomato

Scientists tweaked natural mutations to create a better tomato

By Kendra Pierre-Louis

Yellow long-haired corgi mix at a dog park

Why corgi mixes look like adorable munchkin versions of other dogs

By Sara Chodosh

western spotted skunk

Ancient climate change drove the evolution of this adorable hand-standing skunk

By Mary Beth Griggs

Getting your genetic disease risks from 23andme is probably a terrible idea

Getting your genetic disease risks from 23andme is probably a terrible idea

By Sara Chodosh

Frankenviruses may have gobbled up host cells in order to grow

By Eleanor Cummins

This rare disorder leaves some people without kneecaps

This rare disorder leaves some people without kneecaps

By Eleanor Cummins

New study: Why can some people smell asparagus in their pee?

New study: Why can some people smell asparagus in their pee?

By Rachel Feltman

A double shark embryo

You (Probably) Don’t Have To Worry About Two-Headed Shark Attacks

By Samantha Cole

A Personalized Nutrition Company Will Use Your DNA To Tell You What To Eat

A Personalized Nutrition Company Will Use Your DNA To Tell You What To Eat

By Claire Maldarelli

Gene Editing Shifts Food Possibilities Forward

Gene Editing Shifts Food Possibilities Forward

By Jeremy Deaton

A veggie burger with fries.

This Gene Mutation May Make You Crave More Greasy Food (And Shrink Your Sweet Tooth)

By Knvul Sheikh

Obesity Might Not Have Evolved To Protect Us From Starvation

By Claire Maldarelli

Water Bear Genome Holds Clues To Its Survival Skills

Water Bear Genome Holds Clues To Its Survival Skills

By Kate Baggaley

Tasmanian devil

Tasmanian Devils Might Be Evolving To Resist Contagious Cancer

By Kate Baggaley

Scientists Design Genome For Upgraded E. Coli

Scientists Design Genome For Upgraded E. Coli

By Kate Baggaley

green snake with yellow eyes

Answering Why Snakes Are Long Could Help Repair Human Spinal Cords

By G. Clay Whittaker

Insight Astronomy Photographer of the Year

Bloody Veggie Burgers, Blooming Corpse Flowers, And More

By Claire Maldarelli

Ants Have Been Farming Fungi Since The Dinosaurs Died Out

Ants Have Been Farming Fungi Since The Dinosaurs Died Out

By Kate Baggaley

Gene Editing Makes Cows Without Horns

Gene Editing Makes Cows Without Horns

By Charles Q. Choi

Can Your Genes Make You Kill?

Can Your Genes Make You Kill?

By Lois Parshley

Your Genes Could Predict When You Lose Your Virginity

Your Genes Could Predict When You Lose Your Virginity

By Alexandra Ossola

Yuri Milner’s Most Astounding Predictions

Yuri Milner’s Most Astounding Predictions

By Alexandra Ossola

Scientists Detect Which Patients Are Resistant To Genetic Diseases

Scientists Detect Which Patients Are Resistant To Genetic Diseases

By Alexandra Ossola

Scientists Build A Living Cell With Minimum Viable Number Of Genes

Scientists Build A Living Cell With Minimum Viable Number Of Genes

By Alexandra Ossola

A Genetic Mutation Could Save You From A Heart Attack

A Genetic Mutation Could Save You From A Heart Attack

By Alexandra Ossola

There’s No Guarantee That Genetic Tests Are Accurate

There’s No Guarantee That Genetic Tests Are Accurate

By Alexandra Ossola

The Genes Behind Your Weird Hair

The Genes Behind Your Weird Hair

By Alexandra Ossola

Here’s How Virtual Reality Could Help Doctors Treat Cancer

Here’s How Virtual Reality Could Help Doctors Treat Cancer

By Alexandra Ossola

Not A Morning Person? Blame It On Your Genes

Not A Morning Person? Blame It On Your Genes

By Alexandra Ossola

The Bugs Behind The Bed Bug Genome

By Brooke Borel

A Genetic Switch Could Turn Obesity On Or Off

By Claire Maldarelli

Scientists Discover Genetic, Biologic Cause Of Schizophrenia

Scientists Discover Genetic, Biologic Cause Of Schizophrenia

By Alexandra Ossola

Genetically Modified Limes Are Purpler and More Healthful

Genetically Modified Limes Are Purpler and More Healthful

By Alexandra Ossola

Why Some Cats Look Like They Are Wearing Tuxedos

Why Some Cats Look Like They Are Wearing Tuxedos

By Christian Yates/The Conversation

CRISPR Gene Editing Successfully Stops Muscular Dystrophy In Living Mice

CRISPR Gene Editing Successfully Stops Muscular Dystrophy In Living Mice

By Alexandra Ossola

Antidepressants Extend The Lives Of Roundworms By Flipping Genetic Switches

Antidepressants Extend The Lives Of Roundworms By Flipping Genetic Switches

By Alexandra Ossola

Chinese Factory Will Make Cloned Beef On A Massive Scale

Chinese Factory Will Make Cloned Beef On A Massive Scale

By Alexandra Ossola

Scientists Have Made Worms With Heads Resembling Other Species

Scientists Have Made Worms With Heads Resembling Other Species

By Alexandra Ossola

Breakthrough Prize 2015

Breakthrough Prize Honors Scientists Working on Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Neutrinos, And More

By PopSci Editors

CRISPR Variation Won’t Introduce New DNA To Plants

CRISPR Variation Won’t Introduce New DNA To Plants

By Alexandra Ossola

23andMe Discloses Police Requests For Customers’ DNA

23andMe Discloses Police Requests For Customers’ DNA

By Claire Maldarelli

23andMe Gets FDA Approval For Direct-To-Consumer Genetic Tests

23andMe Gets FDA Approval For Direct-To-Consumer Genetic Tests

By Alexandra Ossola

Could Having Your DNA Tested Land You In Court?

Could Having Your DNA Tested Land You In Court?

By Claire Maldarelli

Nobel Prize In Chemistry Goes To 3 Scientists Who Uncovered DNA Repair

Nobel Prize In Chemistry Goes To 3 Scientists Who Uncovered DNA Repair

Genetic Tests Don’t Help Treat Mental Illness

Genetic Tests Don’t Help Treat Mental Illness

By Alexandra Ossola