The Hidden DNA Shape That Could Break Cancer

A fleeting DNA fold called i‑DNA can switch cancer‑related genes on and off, revealing a hidden structural weak point that ...

Chemists create complex DNA structures without hydrogen bonds

No "sticky ends"? No problem. A new study by NYU chemists finds that DNA tiles can assemble into 3D structures without the ...

Scientists sharpen genetic maps to help pinpoint DNA changes that influence human health traits and disease risk

Scientists have identified how specific genetic changes function in cells to influence disease risk and other human health ...

Expands the genetic alphabet: Artificial DNA base pair uses halogen bonds to form stable structures

For the first time, researchers have succeeded in developing an artificial DNA base pair that is based on a different chemical force than natural genetic material. While the common natural DNA ...