Genetic Diversity
latest news & developments
How plantations work towards ecological balance
Timber production is important for South Africa but it covers huge swaths of land. The movement of species is assisted through the creation of corridors between the plantations
Scientists map African genetics to learn more about diseases
Gene sequencing tools allows scientists to untangle the genetic roots of many diseases and they’re looking at genetic variation in Africa.
Baby, make those genes talk
Southern Africa’s genetic diversity could be key to mastering health and diseases.
SA lights a torch in the genomic revolution
With the Southern African Human Genome Project, local scientists hope to grow our genetics research capabilities.
Tutu’s genome sequenced as part of genetic study
Archbishop Desmond Tutu has become the latest prominent figure to have his full genome deciphered, scientists revealed on Wednesday.