All DNA sequencing articles
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ResearchNanopore sequencing set to transform our understanding of proteins
Rapid sequencing technique can not only deal with proteins hundreds of amino acids long but can detect modifications
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ResearchCancer progression and harmful bacteria tracked with next-generation sequencing
Proof-of-principle study keeps an eye on leukaemia mutations and bacterial strains in patients
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FeatureSequencing one cell at a time
New advances that allow scientists to uncover the molecular differences between individual cells could revolutionise medicine, Ian le Guillou finds
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BusinessThe future of ‘next generation’ DNA sequencing
As it gets cheaper and easier to read genetic code, its applications are expanding rapidly
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OpinionShankar Balasubramanian: ‘All chemists can cook, right?’
The sequencing pioneer on endurance, creativity and an unexpected question from Prince William
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NewsGenome sequencing for healthy dismissed as waste of time for UK project
Personalised medicine plan unlikely to deliver any benefits for the wider population
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ResearchHuman genome sequenced by handheld device
MinION nanopore sequencer fills in gaps in our knowledge of genome
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ResearchSynthetic gene cost slashed to $2
DropSynth makes hundreds of strands in a single tube, boosting tests of gene function
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ResearchError-free next-generation DNA sequencing pioneered
Algorithmic fix allows ultra-accurate sequencing of rare cancers and genetic conditions
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BusinessPacBio sues Oxford Nanopore for patent infringement
Firms spar over single-molecule gene sequencing technology
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OpinionWhat's the point of synthesising the human genome?
A plan to build our genome from scratch should be challenged on its scientific merit, not whether it is creating life, argues Philip Ball
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OpinionHow game theory could explain complex life
Philip Ball asks if the building blocks of life benefit from cooperation
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Business
Illumina to sue Oxford Nanopore over patent infringement
UK firm’s use of pore proteins in DNA sequencing alleged to contravene two Illumina patents
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Business
ThermoFisher will buy Affymetrix to expand genetic testing
Deal boosts Thermo’s position in growing genomics field as well as adding antibodies and assay technology
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ResearchDNA movement through motor proteins measured
Researchers measure movement of DNA along motor protein in unprecedented detail
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ResearchSmorgasbord of chemical blueprints located in plain pond algae
Transcriptome sequencing reveals Euglena’s unexpected metabolic capabilities
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Business23andMe jumps into drug R&D
Gene profiling firm aims to capitalise on its databank of genetic information to discover new drugs
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BusinessUS opens up home DNA screening
FDA approves single disease genetic test and clears pathway for similar devices
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BusinessChinese-made DNA sequencer aims to challenge foreign dominance
Domestic instrument pitching for a slice of the world’s fastest growing genome sequencing market