You mean to tell me that we weren't all born Christian? picked by Bornbad 1 month ago

Geneticists have identified a super gene which causes breast cancer to metastasise, the deadly process by which the disease spreads to other organs. picked by AutumnLotus 9 months ago

Michigan State University plant scientists have discovered another piece of the genetic puzzle that controls how plants respond to high temperatures. That may allow plant breeders to create new varieties of crops that flourish in warmer, drier climates. picked by AutumnLotus 2 months ago

"French biotech sleuths believe they have identified a gene that helps determine whether your steak will be tough or tender." (damn, i thought Gene Simmons had found a new gig) picked by mitzuzake 1 year ago

The elixir of youth may ultimately be hidden in a poorly-understood gene that not only fosters longevity but enhances quality of life, according to a landmark study released Wednesday. picked by AutumnLotus 2 years ago

There have been posts about Nanotechnology but this article talks specifically about using the technology to cure disease, personalized gene therapy, etc. picked by AutumnLotus 2 years ago

A gene that contributes to obesity has been identified for the first time, promising to explain why some people easily put on weight while others with similar lifestyles stay slim. picked by AutumnLotus 7 months ago

The Scrooges of this world now have an excuse for holding on to their money. Generosity is determined by our genes, according to scientists. Research suggests that those with a variant of a certain gene are significantly more likely to give their money away. picked by AutumnLotus 12 months ago

Itching for a better anti-itch remedy? Your wish may soon be granted now that scientists at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have identified the first gene for itch sensation. This could lead to new treatments providing relief for chronic and severe itching picked by 2manyusernames 1 year ago

In a world first, scientists have extracted a gene from the extinct Tasmanian tiger and successfully inserted it into a mouse embryo.

It is the first time a gene from any extinct animal has been brought back to life inside another living creature. picked by AutumnLotus 7 months ago

Scientists in New Zealand and Japan have created a "tear-free" onion using biotechnology to switch off the gene behind the enzyme that makes us cry. picked by AutumnLotus 10 months ago

A single gene can keep in check the tendency to pile on fat, scientists have shown. picked by maxriter 1 year ago

A perfect post for today's FAF, a team of scientists in Edmonton have found a gene that blocks HIV from spreading to other cells and may prevent the onset of AIDS.
If they can find a vaccine or a cure for AIDS, they might be my favorite Canadians. picked by chinook 9 months ago

Finnish scientists hope reindeer living in the Arctic Circle could help find a cure for a disfiguring tropical disease. picked by AutumnLotus 2 years ago

Example ...

No, everyone is born Christian. Only later in life do people choose to stray from Jesus and worship satan instead. Atheists have the greatest "cover" of all, they insist they believe in no god yet most polls done and the latest research indicates that they are actually a different sect of Muslims. picked by deepcleanfun 11 months ago

An atheist subjected a devout Christian woman to a “relentless” campaign of harassment in which he smeared dog feces on her car and urinated on her doorstep. picked by kissmenow 3 months ago

A rare gene mutation that restricts a particular growth factor may be one of the keys to living to 100 and beyond, a new study suggests.

This mutation, which seems to decrease the activity of insulin-like growth factor (IGF-1), results in short stature but longer life. picked by AutumnLotus 9 months ago

He roars his way back into Plime on a regular basis. Since the last appearance, this YouTube video update was made. Coming up for one more showing.... Christian the Lion, courtesy of Sony Films. picked by meggysue 3 months ago

Scientists have used gene therapy on mouse embryos to grow hair cells with the potential to reduce hearing loss in adult animals. The proof-of-concept experiments are a crucial step toward therapies that could one day treat deafness and inner-ear disease in humans. picked by AutumnLotus 3 months ago

Alice Cooper along with associates is setting up a Christian Teen center to try and help at-risk teenagers channel their energy into a more positive direction.
Link with more info. CNN Video Interview. picked by 2manyusernames 1 year ago