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Genome sequencing of new strains of West Nile virus has indicated there are a variety of strains circulating, and may help scientists predict where different strains may appear.

A study demonstrated that long-lived tropical trees accumulate more somatic mutations, providing insights into potential mechanisms underlying genetic variation.

Glut1 deficiency syndrome is a rare and disabling neurological disease still relatively unknown to the medical community.

Researchers at the University of Freiburg have gained significant new insights into previously undescribed metabolic processes in the kidney.

Scientists have shown that desirable agronomic traits of shorter stem length and early maturity can be introduced into black rice, which is known to be more nutritious than white rice.

The microscopic algae that corals need to survive also harbor a possibly disease-causing virus in their genetic material, which may threaten coral reefs as the climate changes.

A new study has shown that it may be possible to stimulate hair growth by regulating cell mechanics in existing stem cells.

Researchers who lead the world’s first comprehensive sequencing program for newborn infants have published the next chapter in the ongoing study of the BabySeq Project, with new findings on infants and families who have been followed for 3-5 years.

New research from Carnegie has revealed a key gene that stony corals need to build reef architecture.

Researchers have identified significant differences in the gut microbiome of female southern white rhinos who are reproducing successfully in captivity, as compared to females who have not reproduced successfully in captivity.