Ancient variant clue to Indigenous respiratory illness
A previously unknown gene variant unique to the Oceanic region could help improve disease prevention for Indigenous people, researchers say.
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Genetics study aims to net faster-breeding barramundi
Barramundi would reach breeding age twice as quickly under a Queensland geneticist's project, which could significantly boost Australia's aquaculture industry.
Dingo genes study puts culling under cloud
Australian researchers have found differences in dingo and domestic dog genes, raising questions about culling the native canine.
Outdoor types have nature-loving genes
New research shows that outdoor types might have their genes to thank for that burning desire to spend time in the bush or at the beach.