Some koalas may recover their genes after major population crashes. Growing koala populations may rebuild genetic strength over time.

If the invention is based on genetic resources or associated traditional knowledge, patent applicants must “disclose the country of origin of the genetic resources and/or the Indigenous Peoples or ...

On October 24, 2023, the US Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”), which is a component of the Department of Commerce, published two notices in the Federal Register seeking input from Tribal Nations ...

“The WIPO Treaty on Patents, Genetic Resources, and Traditional Knowledge aims to enhance the ethical framework of the patent system…. While it marks significant progress, its success depends on ...

The Impact of US FDA Postapproval Tracking on Clinical Pharmacology Pending legislation could improve cooperation between drug sponsors, the federal government, and clinicians to ensure that genetic ...

How can scientists preserve native Louisiana species, boost the state's aquaculture industry, improve extreme weather resilience and advance cancer research? The answer lies with something like frozen ...

SALT LAKE CITY, Jan. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Myriad Genetics, Inc. (NASDAQ: MYGN), a leader in genetic testing and precision medicine, has launched a new educational website providing ...

The human tendency to prefer immediate rewards over long-term goals is partly rooted in our DNA, according to a recent study published in the American Journal of Human Biology. The findings suggest ...

The discovery of gene mutations that predispose women to breast cancer has allowed many with a family history to take steps to reduce that risk. But, a new study finds Black women often face barriers ...

Relevance of AQP4 Antibodies in Neuromyelitis Optica The discovery of AQP4-Ab, a serum marker of autoimmune neuromyelitis optica, has implications for our understanding of the pathogenesis of NMO and ...