Prostate cancer cells key to diagnosis
Simple test could improve accuracy.
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Genes, determinism and God
Dr Denis Alexander to deliver 54th Gifford Lecture series.
There are ghosts in the genome
Evidence of “disappearing” genes sheds new light on evolution.
The amazing amphioxus
Evolutionary leap over 500 million years ago gives new insights into human diseases.
New information about the causes of “floppy baby” syndrome discovered
Researchers at the University of St Andrews uncover potential reason for defects.
The basic building blocks of life to be rethought after one discovered to be missing
Single cell organisms found near volcanoes have different make-up.
New gene named after famous Scottish vet
St Andrews researchers identify new gene.
Is there more to life than genes?
Scientist leads tenth debate in the James Gregory lecture series.
The worm that turned evolutionary key
Keelworm provides genetic link with man's ancient ancestor
Switching on cancer killer gene
Scottish scientists have discovered how to control a major anti-tumour gene that could lead to more effective chemotherapy.