DNA and Genes
Latest about Genetics
![Chromosomes are thread-like structures made up of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) and carry our genetic information.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/SzejTsnpS5dqfDB225gyAG-320-80.jpg)
Chromosomes: Facts about our genetic storerooms
By Daisy Dobrijevic, Jessie Szalay published
Reference Chromosomes are thread-like structures made up of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) and carry hereditary information for everything from height to eye color.
![photo of woman in business casual on a crowded train; a man with sweaty armpits is holding the pole next to her and she's pulling a face of disgust](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/j6Kiigc2CgBpshLqpNZXRh-320-80.jpg)
Super sensitive to B.O.? Maybe blame your genes
By Nicoletta Lanese published
Armpit B.O. smells stronger to those with certain gene variants.
![Biology is the study of all living organisms, including this adorable jewel bug and the plant it's perched on.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/BsV5RegZDhaNTHDx3nFHGN-320-80.jpg)
What is biology?
By Alane Lim, Scott Dutfield published
Reference Broadly speaking, biology is the study of life.
![An artist's interpretation of a double-stranded helix of DNA.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/KCy7EXAZjjgENgqb6Pyhfa-320-80.jpg)
New study provides first evidence of non-random mutations in DNA
By Harry Baker published
A new study into genetic mutations in thale cress has found that genetic mutations are not totally random.
![Hydras can regenerate lost body parts — even their heads.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UZPcD5YtFePUzPvEessHgP-320-80.jpg)
Here's the secret to how 'immortal' hydras regrow severed heads
By Mindy Weisberger published
For the first time, scientists have created a genetic map showing how hydras regenerate their own heads.
![photo of a flushing toilet shown from above](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Sn2EtViiyDjko9Zo5uG9Rg-320-80.jpg)
How often you poop may be (partly) written in your genes
By Nicoletta Lanese published
A new study aimed to find genetic risk factors for irritable bowel syndrome.
![Ancestry DNA kit deals will save on several of these Ancestry DNA test kits, shown here.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9Z9erBxFapCFc3FwBWXK2f-320-80.jpg)
Ancestry DNA kit deals 2022: Learn about your origins
By Jonathan Gordon published
Deal AncestryDNA may be the perfect holiday present. And right now, Amazon is selling the kit for $49.00, which is 51% off the normal list price.
![Dog dna test in veterinarian's office](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bZyWbnSPbt3nEBuAzt3eHA-320-80.jpg)
Dog DNA tests: How accurate are they, and what can you learn?
By Cameron Duke published
Reference Of the many dog DNA tests on the market, which one is right for you and your pet? How do they work, are they accurate, and what can you learn?
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