“The idea that trauma and violence can have repercussions into future generations should help people be more empathetic,” co-senior study author Connie Mulligan said.

New research suggests that DNA sequences historically considered to be "junk" have had an overlooked role in gene expression this whole time.

Tiny, newly formed tumors shed small fragments of DNA that are swept into the bloodstream. Future cancer screening tests could detect them early.

Genetic testing company 23andMe never hit on a sustainable business model and went bankrupt. Now, it's being sold to a non-profit launched by the co-founder, delaying addressing data privacy concerns.

8 children with DNA from 3 people currently healthy Out of 22 women to undergo the treatment at the Newcastle Fertility Centre in northeast England, eight babies were born.