Genetics
Man's oldest friend: Dogs have been around for over 15,000 years, genetic study shows
The dog, descended from an ancient wolf population separate from modern wolves, was the first animal domesticated by people, with animals such as goats, sheep, cattle and cats coming later.
Exploring identity through art at Jerusalem's Museum on the Seam
Understanding genetic testing and its importance to the Jewish community
One woman's fight for genetic testing led to an Israeli national policy shift - opinion
How a new genetic tool can help you track ancient relatives
The researchers applied "ancIBD" to ancient genomes from across Eurasia and found hundreds of previously undetected pairs of relatives.
Humans continue to experience evolution, natural selection is ongoing - Newsweek
Evolution is occurring at a more rapid rate than ever before, however the drivers of the evolution have changed.
Navigating genetic risk and parenthood - opinion
Following what was now my family history, I was urged to get tested for the mutated BRCA gene, and sadly, at age 29, confirmed I was carrying it.
Hebrew University scientists create special ‘Telomouse’ with human-like telomeres
Caps on the ends of chromosomes are critical for maintaining genetic integrity and promoting healthy aging.
23andMe sued after Ashkenazi Jews’ user data is stolen and sold in targeted attack
The hacker from the initial leak offered to sell data profiles in bulk for $1 to $10 per account.
Scientists say they have discovered sixth basic taste
In addition to sweet, salty, sour, bitter, and umami, a new California study suggests the tongue might also detect ammonium chloride as a basic sixth taste.
Doctors save woman from dying of rare deadly skin-peeling disease
Stevens-Johnson Syndrome is a rare and life-threatening genetic condition that causes the skin to peel off. When a woman in Ofakim was diagnosed, doctors at Soroka were able to save her.
Scientists release the first complete sequence of a human Y chromosome
After decades of challenges, this elusive area has been fully sequenced, completing the set of end-to-end human chromosomes.
Israeli scientists make model to test for breast cancer genetic risk - study
According to researchers at Tel Aviv University (TAU), this new model could help with personalized early detection for breast cancer.
Have you been having a bad hair day? Blame your genes
The study is the first gene-mapping study on human scalp hair whorls.
