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Maize genome offers hope of improved varieties
The sequencing of the maize genome should boost efforts to find higher-yielding and climate change-proof varieties.
Cholera's survival tactics revealed
More resilient cholera strains emerge by swapping genes, becoming less severe yet more widespread, confirms new research.
Schistosomiasis worms sequenced
New drugs to fight schistosomiasis could be on the way now the genomes of two worms that cause the disease have been sequenced.
Scientists call for African genomics boost
Scientists who drew up a genetic map of Africa say the continent's scientists must use it to develop drugs tailored for Africans.
NEWS | 2 June 2009 | EN
Scientists analyse genetic diversity of Mexicans
Scientists have successfully identified genetic variations specific to Mexican indigenous groups, which could aid in the design and analysis of disease studies.
NEWS | 25 May 2009 | ES
Cow genome sequence could boost cattle quality
The sequencing of the cow genome could help in the quest for cattle that are both hardy and productive, say experts.
NEWS | 28 April 2009 | EN
Scientists decipher malaria parasite DNA
Scientists have successfully sequenced the genome of the malaria parasites Plasmodium vivax and Plasmodium knowlesi.
South African genomics 'making progress'
South Africa has made good progress in the field of genomics but needs to address shortfalls in funding and local collaboration.
NEWS | 13 October 2008 | EN
'Reprioritise' genetic goals, developing nations told
Southern genomics researchers should focus on single-gene disorders affecting their people rather than lifestyle diseases, says a scientist.
Support pledged for Southern genomics research
The Human Genome Organisation will help developing countries expand their infrastructure and technical expertise in genomics research.
NEWS | 30 September 2008 | EN
Scientists decode first Arab genome
An international team of researchers has sequenced the first human genome from the Arab population.
NEWS | 16 September 2008 | EN
Typhoid sequence 'will aid control strategies'
Scientists have sequenced the genome of the typhoid-fever causing bacterium, which could revolutionise public health approaches.
Scientists tackle DNA barcoding 'resistance'
Scientists are proposing a set of guidelines to tackle developing countries' resistance to take up DNA barcoding for biodiversity mapping.
Genomic medicine sector 'needs government backing'
Genomic medicine in developing countries needs government support and protection of 'genomic sovereignty', says researchers.
NEWS | 26 June 2008 | EN
Scientists sequence GM papaya genome
Scientists have produced a draft genome sequence of a genetically modified papaya that could benefit future cultivation of the fruit.
South Asia News in brief: 1–15 March 2008
A round-up of news from or about South Asia for the period 1–15 March 2008.
NEWS | 20 March 2008 | EN
Plant DNA 'barcode' boosts biodiversity research
Scientists have discovered a universal DNA 'barcode' to classify flowering plants, facilitating research in biodiversity.
NEWS | 6 February 2008 | EN
Scientists study genetic guards against leishmaniasis
Researchers from Cuba and Venezuela will analyse the genes involved in protecting people from the Leishmania parasite.
Parasite genome yields potential drug targets
The genome of a parasitic worm that causes elephantiasis has been sequenced, highlighting specific genes that could become drug targets.
DNA barcodes 'tackle disease, protect biodiversity'
DNA 'barcodes' can identify species quickly and cheaply, helping to catalogue biodiversity and monitor disease vectors, say scientists.
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