Featured Stories Monday, May 20, 2013

Microbiome: How the bacterial genes in our gut impact us

For every human cell that is intrinsic to our body, there are about 10 resident microbes; to the extent that we are bearers of genetic information, more than 99 percent of it is microbial.

Genetics continues to garner attention as conservation tool

Genetics continues to make headlines in conservation efforts, even if it’s not the species-saving panacea some hope for.

Stem cell therapy deserves a dose of skepticism

Stel cells are at risk of becoming “the new snake oil peddled by 21st century charlatans” without better regulation and understanding.

What role will genetics play in a biology-based approach to psychiatry?

Calls for a biology-based psychiatry are growing louder, but how will genetics fit into this puzzle?

Charlemagne for everyone! Royal DNA all around

Everyone who lived a thousand years ago who has any descendants today is an ancestor of every European.

Voices come out in defense of Monsanto

Everyone’s least favorite company has seen stories this week highlight its good side.

AquAdvantage salmon: “Frankenfish” or “Wunderfish”?

Even with approval inching ever-closer for the AquAdvantage salmon, the debate about its safety rages on.

How to recognize questionable information about genetically modified organisms

A genomics scientists helps lay readers separate the wheat from the chaff when it comes to GMO misinformation.

DIY biotechnology: Glowing trees

Hoping to give new meaning to the term “natural light,” a small group of biotech enthusiasts is trying to create glowing plants.

The ignorance of Whole Foods

Henry Miller argues that the folks running Whole Foods are misguided at best when it comes to biotech.