As more people take genetic ancestry tests, more identify as multiracial. That could pose issues for demographic research, such as the census.

"Mother nature has already made plants that are adapted to different climates. We can use that knowledge to adapt our modern agriculture..."

Scientists advocate for cleaning up troublesome jargon by applying new standard nomenclature for the hormones known as oxytocin and vasopressin in humans.

A mathematical model suggests that when groups of different genetic ancestry mix, the link between that ancestry and physical traits weakens over time.

Face and brain development are tightly linked, research finds, but that doesn't mean facial features indicate intelligence.

New research identifies a gene that likely plays a causal role in coronary artery disease, independent of cholesterol levels.

A complex network of wing, muscle, and nervous system genes give fruit flies what it takes to become champion fliers.

Mutations of the KRAS gene occur in more than 90% of pancreatic cancer cases and drastically reduce response to immunotherapy.

Researchers have found a genetic cause of congenital heart disease, the most common birth defect.

After their queen dies, Indian jumping ant workers brawl for a month to find a new leader. Researchers say they can predict who'll win by day three.