Because of existing UN conventions and protocols, according to environmental law experts, a moratorium would have limited practical impact. For that reason, this debate feels like an era-defining ...

A team from the University of Illinois has uncovered surprising evolutionary links between the genetic code and tiny protein ...

In an unprecedented leap in scientific discovery, a new lifeform has been constructed using a mere 57 genetic instructions.

The continually expanding toolkit from Mohit Verma's laboratory at Purdue University now includes a portable, paper-based ...

This topic explores the application of advanced biotechnological approaches—including genetic engineering tools such as CRISPR/Cas9, RNA interference ...

Biotechnology used in agricultural science greatly affects our lives — from nurturing our bodies and feeding our families to mitigating the effects of climate change. Just one handful of healthy soil ...

Anna and Jason Scharf in a field of canola at their farm near Amity, Ore. They and other canola growers hope restrictions on the crop will be allowed to sunset next year. Genetic engineering continues ...

Terra Oleo had operated in stealth for years, developing yeast strains capable of producing high-value oils that don't need ...

Scientists have created glow-in-the-dark succulents that can recharge with sunlight and shine for hours, rivaling small night lights. Unlike costly and complex genetic engineering methods, this ...

For two decades, the Pontifical Academy of Sciences, which advises the Pope on scientific issues, has made wise observations about the importance of molecular techniques for genetic modification and ...