Genetics
Israeli scientists help solve genetic mystery linking hearing loss and gray hair
Researchers from Tel Aviv University and international partners identified a rare genetic variant that disrupts hearing and may alter hair pigmentation.
Health Min. reviews possible sperm donor genetic mismatch at Assuta Medical Center, Tel Aviv
AI in sperm selection: Changing the future of IVF
Young ambassador: A girl’s journey to the World Cup puts a spotlight on genetic awareness
Why aren't humans covered in body hair like animals are? - study
Humans appear to have the genes for a full coat of body hair, but evolution has disabled them, a new study has found.
COVID: 28 new genetic loci found linked to severe symptoms - study
This non-peer-reviewed study helps shed light on some of the complex relationships between respiratory sickness, lung function and COVID-19 severity.
Woman finds out she is her daughter's mother - and uncle
The mother's DNA tests showed that she’s also the uncle of her daughter. Doctors realized that the mom was a human chimera with DNA from more than one fetus.
Have scientists found the gene that keeps you thin? - study
Recently, it has become clear that a gene called CREB-Regulated Transcription Coactivator 1 (CRTC1) is associated with obesity in humans.
Y chromosome may be disappearing in humans, new study finds
While most mammals have an X and Y chromosome-based system similar to that of humans, many species have seen a gradual decline in Y chromosomes.
Israeli scientists derive male and female cells from same person for first time
A Hadassah team created male and female stem cells with the same genetic code from the same person that only differs in sex chromosomes.
Woman with cancer who had over a dozen tumors shows she has rare mutation - study
The discovery was made by an international team of researchers who took blood samples and used single-cell DNA sequencing to analyze genetic mutations.
Embryo-swap baby born, bio parents identity still unknown
In light of a report conducted by the Health Ministry of the IVF department in Assuta, the ministry is strongly considering shutting down the department after a hearing.
Family courts refuse to appoint legal guardian to embryo-swap baby
A pregnant woman found that the embryo implanted in her during IVF treatments does not genetically match her or her husband.
Ancient DNA gives rare insight into how Neanderthal families lived
The findings of this peer-reviewed study shed light on the social organization and structure of Neanderthal communities and families, how they lived and who moved around.
