Genetics

Israeli-American collaboration aims to crack hidden code of human genome through AI

"AI has the power to unlock the secrets of the human genome and transform health care for billions of people worldwide,” said NVIDIA.

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People in protective suits examine a frozen woolly mammoth from Siberia named "Yuka" during a media preview at the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall in Taipei November 6, 2013.

Scientists discover RNA molecules from a mammoth that went extinct 40,000 years ago

Blood collection tubes pictured during the annual blood collection campaign 'Bloedserieus', organised by the Red Cross Flanders, on Monday 12 May 2025, at Training centre ZoWe Campus Brugge.

Health Ministry confirms BRCA test fault isolated to two cases, nationwide review clear

RONI HAHN (left) and Prof. Karen Avraham.

TAU researchers develop groundbreaking gene therapy to treat hearing, balance disabilities


Breakthrough gene therapy could one day cure genetic hearing loss

New treatment targeting CLIC5 gene shows promise in preserving sensory cells in the inner ear, offering hope for millions affected by genetic hearing and balance disorders.

 Gene therapy restores hearing in children and adults with congenital deafness. Illustration.

Dr. Maya Rosman: Can someone born with a "thin genetics" eat without limits?

Many studies reveal that genetics has a 75% influence on our weight. But does this mean that a person born with "thin genetics" can eat endlessly without gaining a gram?

Can someone born with a "thin genetics" eat without limits?

'Where Did We Come From?': Challenging the classic Darwinian approach - review

'Where Did We Come From? The Origin and Evolution of Life' by Prof. Eugene Rosenberg and Ilana Zilber-Rosenberg begins with a detailed look at religious narratives of the origin of life.

A STAR resides near the edge of a supernova remnant 15,000 light-years from Earth, that cycles in radio wave intensity every 44 minutes, placing it in the category of celestial objects called long-period radio transients, in this image released May 28.

Tune into today's top stories: IDF secures Jabalya, Gantz calls for unity government

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Shifra Jacobs—the top stories, clear and concise.

Head of the Avoda party Yair Golan, head of National Unity party Benny Gantz, head of Yesh Atid party Yair Lapid and head of Israel Beyteinu party Avigdor Liberman hold a joint press conference at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem on November 6, 2024.

Genetic model from Rabin Medical Center cuts pregnancy terminations

Rather than using a rigid, one-size-fits-all global cutoff, the new model allows for a personalized “true risk threshold.”

PROF. IDIT MAYA in her laboratory at the Rabin Medical Center.

Good genes, good profit: American Eagle profits surge after controversial Sydney Sweeney ad

US President Donald Trump spoke up in support of Sydney Sweeney as controversy surrounded her latest ad.

Sydney Sweeney poses during the Met Gala, an annual fundraising gala held for the benefit of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute with this year's theme 'Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,' in New York City, New York, U.S., May 5, 2025.

Breakthrough fertility technique prevents diseases by using DNA from three parents

The British trial, conducted at a fertility center in Newcastle, involved 22 women who met strict medical criteria, hoping to conceive without passing on harmful mutations.

 In vitro fertilization. Genetic material from three parents.

Greenland's ancient sled dogs reveal unique genetic lineage

Despite historical accounts, study finds minimal wolf ancestry in Qimmeq sled dogs.

 Greenland's ancient sled dogs reveal unique genetic lineage.

Breakthrough DNA study reveals unknown ancient humans in Colombia

Geneticist Casas-Vargas: "That genetic traces of the original population disappear completely is unusual, especially in South America".

 Breakthrough DNA study reveals unknown ancient humans in Colombia.

Major genomic study reveals humanity's longest prehistoric migration from Africa to South America

Reduction in genetic diversity in indigenous populations may have reduced their capacity to combat diseases.

 Major genomic study reveals humanity's longest prehistoric migration from Africa to South America.

Sperm donor with cancer-causing gene mutation fathers 67 children; 10 develop cancer

Experts call for international limits on the number of children per sperm donor and better tracking systems.

 Sperm donor with cancer-causing gene mutation fathers 67 children; 10 develop cancer. Illustration.