Instant Genius: Genetics
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The Human BodyUnsolved murderHow police are using family tree forensics to solve cold cases
In the US, hundreds of long-forgotten cold cases are being reopened by detectives who mine new DNA databases for leads, but it seems time might be running out.
The Human BodyScience historyHow we unravelled the structure of DNA
Understanding the iconic double helix form of the gene-carrying molecule DNA is one of our greatest scientific achievements.
The Human BodyaudioNessa CareyIs gene editing inspiring or terrifying?
With gene editing we’re close to curing certain diseases, but at the same time, rogue scientists are experimenting in ways considered unethical by the wider medical community. What does the future look like for gene editing, and for the human race?
The Human BodyUnderstanding DNA: Five key scientists who unravelled the helix
The discovery of DNA is one of our greatest scientific achievements – these are scientists who led to its discovery.
The Human BodyWild ideas in scienceThere's an off-switch for ageing
Long and healthy lives are on the horizon.
The Human BodyGrowing up poor can affect your DNA as well as your health
Scientists have found that a low socioeconomic status affects genes at the DNA level.
Future TechnologyThe Genetic Revolution
CRISPR looks set to be the future of gene editing. But experts are cautioning that this revolutionary technique needs to be developed carefully. So what do the next few years hold?
The Human BodyAre you ready for the genotype diet?
Next year's on-trend diet serves up a dish that perfectly matches your DNA.
