Nation Nov 07 James D. Watson, scientist who co-discovered DNA’s double-helix shape, dies at 97 By Malcolm Ritter, Associated Press
Science Jul 02 Ancient DNA shows genetic link between Mesopotamia and Egypt, researchers find Earlier archeological evidence has shown trade links between Egypt and Mesopotamia, as well as similarities in pottery-making techniques and pictorial writing systems. While resemblances in dental structures suggested possible ancestral links, the new study clarifies the genetic ties. By Christina Larson, Associated Press
Nation Mar 25 Watch 5:09 What happens to DNA data of millions as 23andMe files bankruptcy? The bankruptcy of 23andMe is raising concerns about the future of its DNA information. Once a pioneer in the genetic testing industry, the company faced backlash after hackers leaked user data in 2023. Now, millions could see their genetic data… By Geoff Bennett, Azhar Merchant
Politics Feb 24 LISTEN: Supreme Court hears case about a Texas man on death row suing for access to DNA testing The U.S. Supreme Court heard the case of a Texas man on death row who has long argued that DNA testing would help prove he didn’t kill an 85-year-old woman during a home robbery decades ago. By Associated Press
Nation May 27 Watch 7:34 New technology helping identify remains of fallen U.S. service members On this Memorial Day, nearly 81,000 American service personnel remain missing from previous wars. The vast majority were lost some 80 years ago in World War II. Cutting-edge technology is allowing the military to identify remains thought to be unidentifiable. By Nick Schifrin, Mary Fecteau
May 22 Analysis: We shed our DNA everywhere we go. Here’s why that raises privacy concerns By Jenny Whilde, Jessica Alice Farrell, The Conversation Environmental DNA provides a wealth of information for conservationists, archaeologists and forensic scientists. But the unintentional pickup of human genetic information raises ethical questions. Continue reading
May 21 Watch 5:24 Rapid DNA testing helps police solve old crimes, but raises privacy concerns By Stephanie Sy, Roby Chavez, Harry Zahn, Kaisha Young Louisiana police have a new way of using DNA to track down criminal suspects. But while police say it’s a boon for solving cold cases, privacy advocates worry about the tool’s growth and potential for improper use. Communities correspondent Roby… Continue watching
Mar 22 What made Beethoven ill? DNA tests on his hair offers clues By Maddie Burakoff, Associated Press Scientists have pulled DNA from Ludwig van Beethoven's hair to look for clues about his many health problems and hearing loss. Continue reading
Jan 05 Police say Idaho killing suspect’s DNA found at crime scene By Rebecca Boone, Gene Johnson, Associated Press Authorities say the DNA of the man accused of killing four University of Idaho students was found on a knife sheath recovered at the crime scene. Continue reading
Dec 09 Unlocking the oldest known DNA revealed a ‘lost’ Greenland from 2 million years ago By Maddie Burakoff, Associated Press Today, the northern tip of Greenland is a barren Arctic desert, but back then it was a lush landscape of trees and vegetation with an array of animals, even the now extinct mastodon. Continue reading