First life on Earth may actually have been built from both RNA and DNA

Key building blocks of DNA and RNA can be made from the same raw materials. This finding suggests that instead of one or the other kick-starting life on Earth, both...
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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...
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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...
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Massive cancer genome study reveals how DNA errors drive tumour growth

The largest ever study to analyze entire tumor genomes has provided the most complete picture yet of how DNA glitches drive tumor cell growth. Researchers say the results, could pave...
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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...
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Why Some COVID-19 Cases Are Worse than Others

Emerging data, as well as knowledge from the SARS and MERS coronavirus outbreaks, yield some clues as to why SARS-CoV-2 affects some people worse than others. Like many other respiratory...
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Top Reasons to Complete a Curiosity Paternity Test

According to BV Labs friendly customer service representatives, some of the most common reasons individuals request a curiosity test include: Individual(s) want to remain anonymousA parent wants to complete a...
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The Ins and Outs of DNA in just 10 Minutes

DNA is now a part of everyday language, but how much do we really know or understand about it? What does it tells about each of us? Understanding DNA in...
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DNA Damage Linked to Brain Overgrowth in Autism

Researchers have shown previously that excessive proliferation of the cells of the brain, which can cause microcephaly or large head size, is associated with autism. Now, the authors of a...
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