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developmental and stem cell biologists
Posted by Kat Arney, on 9 April 2020
We find out why it’s so important to make sure that both academic and commercial genomic research studies are done with rather than on participants.Posted by Kat Arney, on 26 March 2020
We take a look at the story of genetic fingerprinting, and some of the earliest cases solved by this game-changing technique.Posted by Kat Arney, on 13 March 2020
In this episode, we’re taking a look at some of the common myths and misconceptions surrounding genomics and genetic tests.Posted by Kat Arney, on 27 February 2020
The genetic code is written in just four 'letters - A, C, T and G, short for adenine, cytosine, thymine and guanine. But where did they come from? To find ...Posted by Kat Arney, on 13 February 2020
Adam Rutherford tells us how to argue with a racist, hunting for ghosts in the genome, and recreating the discovery of the double helix in Lego.Posted by Kat Arney, on 30 January 2020
We’re discovering our inner fish: finding out whether we really do go through a fishy phase in the womb, and looking at the legacy of Tiktaalik, the first fish to ...Posted by Kat Arney, on 16 January 2020
What happens when an innocent genetic test reveals hidden family secrets?Posted by Kat Arney, on 2 January 2020
Kat Arney explores the myths and misconceptions behind two of the most iconic images in evolutionary biology.Posted by Kat Arney, on 19 December 2019
Who were the ancient Britons? And what can modern genetic and archaeological techniques tell us about their lives and loves?Posted by BSDB, on 12 December 2019
POLL NOW CLOSED – THANKS TO ALL WHO TOOK PART Increasing numbers of biologists are becoming reluctant to travel to conferences due to concerns about climate change. We aim ...