The world’s largest network of environmental groups approved the exploration of genetic engineering tools to aid in the ...

Traditional breeding and genetic modification methods have struggled to keep pace with the rapid evolution of plant viruses.

Some conservation groups are calling for an effective ban on genetic modification, but others say these technologies are ...

“Our work is the first to directly test how chromosome structure affects bacterial growth, survival, and ability to cause ...

Classical swine fever reduces productivity and harms animal welfare, but pigs have now been genetically edited to make them ...

In addition, a pumpkin's hard rind allows it to grow larger than a fruit with soft skin. "You wouldn't be able to get a ...

Some scientists looking to preserve vulnerable species have turned to a controversial technique: synthetic biology. This ...

Experts warn of AI extinction risks. However, history shows past predictions of doom, like resource scarcity and nuclear ...

Cyanobacteria are among the most ancient oxygenic phototrophs, playing a central role in shaping Earth’s atmosphere and ...

On June 28, 2012, the most significant scientific breakthrough of the first quarter of the 21st century was announced to the ...