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Having naturally high vitamin D levels may protect against psoriasis

Being genetically predisposed to having high vitamin D levels has previously been linked to a reduced risk of multiple sclerosis. Now, researchers have found the same link for psoriasis

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What is the human pangenome and why do we need it?

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Ancient bacteria genome reconstructed from Neanderthal tooth gunk

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A black-and-white photo of a man dressed in warm furs crouching down next to Balto, a dog that appears to be a dark-furred husky type dog. Behind them is a brick building.

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Balto's genome reveals famed sledge dog was a mutt

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Skates evolved their undulating wings thanks to genome origami

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A scanning electron micrograph of neurons in the corpus striatum part of a foetal brain

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Roots of five medical conditions shown in map of the developing brain

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Male crazy ants have two different sets of DNA in their bodies

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Genetic conflict with the fetus influences when women give birth

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Hunter-gatherer genes gave European farmers an immunity boost

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Ludwig von Beethoven’s DNA reveals he probably died of liver damage

Genetic sequencing of Beethoven’s hair shows that he didn’t have lead poisoning after all, but it doesn’t shed light on why he lost his hearing

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Orcas in the North Pacific may be dying out due to inbreeding

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New DNA tests predict your disease risk – are we ready for them?

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Dogs living near Chernobyl are genetically different to other groups

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Early risers may have inherited faster body clocks from Neanderthals

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