About eight years ago, we adopted a dog through a local rescue organization. When we saw pictures of the puppies online, we were initially taken by how unique they looked. The mother,…
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The Nobel Prize for Sequencing Ancient DNA
The study of human genetics can lead to amazing discoveries that can better our lives. By learning how DNA and genomes work, experts can create blueprints that explain the vast complexities of…
How Does Genome Sequencing Work?
Understanding how DNA tests or Whole Genome Sequencing works is very complex. One of the main hindrances people encounter is understanding the basic terminology used to describe genomic sciences. When a scientist,…
What is the Difference Between DNA, Genes and Genomes?
Many people have contemplated getting their genomes sequenced or DNA tested, but have stopped because they are not sure what is the difference between the processes. While they are related, genome sequencing…
What is Genome or DNA Sequencing, and How to Understand It
Lately, it seems as if we are constantly hearing stories about genome and DNA sequencing. But, these stories often fail to explain exactly what this scientific process is. How are you supposed…