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Crime lab analysts testify on DNA evidence on John O’Keefe’s clothes, pieces of taillight found at scene
Prosecutor Adam Lally called Andre Porto and Ash Vallier, analysts at the State Police crime lab, to the stand. Here's how ...
Our DNA May Evolve Much Faster Than Previously Thought
Rapidly mutating DNA regions were mapped using a multi-generational family and advanced sequencing tools. Understanding how ...
Why are orange cats orange? A small missing piece of DNA is why, 2 new studies explain
Two new studies found that a small, missing piece of DNA located next to a specific protein resulted in orange fur coloration ...
A more realistic look at DNA in action: Study shows it behaves differently when crowded by molecules
By creating a more true-to-life representation of DNA's environment, researchers at Northwestern University have discovered ...
Beyond the Double Helix: Strange New DNA Structures Discovered in Ape Genomes
Researchers utilized recently published telomere-to-telomere genomes of humans, chimpanzees, bonobos, gorillas, and two ...
DNA sample helps Salt Lake City police solve the killing of a young woman 40 years ago
Christine Gallegos, 18, was killed in 1985 — stabbed, shot, sexually assaulted and left in a Salt Lake City neighborhood.
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DNA leads to arrest in graduate student's 2004 murder after yearslong investigation
The 2004 murder of a University of Tennessee student was solved years later through a billboard tip and DNA evidence, but the suspect took his own life before the trial.
VW changed its culture and embraced Rivian's 'startup DNA' in its partnership with the Tesla rival, software chief says
Rivian and VW struck a $5 billion deal last year to form a joint venture to develop next-generation EV technology.