Combating COVID-19 with Cell-Free Expression

Imagine the ability to rewire, reshape, and use parts of a living system to build something new. It is not science fiction, nor is it Frankenstein’s monster. It is synthetic...
Read More

The COVID-19 virus can spread through the air – here’s what it’ll take to detect the airborne particles

A growing body of research shows that SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, can spread from person to person through the air. Indoor spaces with poor ventilation in areas where...
Read More

DNA Testing Results In A Sense of Belonging

DNA Testing can do more than settle legal cases and crimes. Often, people will use a DNA Test Kit out of curiosity to find their family members and to gain...
Read More

Paternity Testing: What You Need To Know

Aside from cases such as surrogate pregnancy, it's usually pretty obvious who the mother of a child is. However, this is not the same with the father and in cases...
Read More

Ancient DNA and why it’s so important

What is ancient DNA? Ancient DNA is the DNA that has been recovered from the remains of organisms that have long been dead. If successfully extracted, the ancient DNA can...
Read More

Family Health History and DNA Testing

My sister and I both live in different states than my parents. While we talk regularly and have a good relationship, we have recently realized that in order to find...
Read More

Why Children Should Learn Family DNA History

Research shows decided benefits for children who learn their family dna history. Self-identity. Self-competence. A sense of place and security. Values. Life lessons. Resilience. Who doesn’t want these for their...
Read More

DNA Day 2020: What is it and why do we celebrate it?

Each year, on the 25th of April, people around the world come together to celebrate a huge leap in modern science. Of course, we are talking about DNA Day. The...
Read More

Can I Do a Paternity Test without the Father?

You’re probably familiar with the concept of paternity testing, but what can someone do if the alleged father is not available to provide a sample? You may be asking, “Can...
Read More