What makes us human? Primate genome study offers some clues
Researchers said they sequenced and analyzed the genomes of 233 primate species, comprising nearly half of those alive today.
Fri Jun 02 2023
Genome data sheds light on how Homo sapiens arose in Africa
Our species arose in Africa more than 300,000 years ago, with the oldest-known Homo sapiens fossils discovered at a site in Morocco called Jebel Irhoud.
Fri May 19 2023
Locks of hair compose a symphony of genetic information on Beethoven
Researchers said Beethoven's genome showed he was both genetically predisposed to liver disease and had hepatitis B virus infection.
Sat Mar 25 2023
Swedish geneticist wins Nobel medicine prize for decoding ancient DNA
Svante Paabo won the prize for "discoveries concerning the genomes of extinct hominins and human evolution," the Award committee said.
Tue Oct 04 2022
Malaysia's genome variations ideal for clinical trial site - Khairy
The genome variations of Malaysia from its diverse population offer the best and most ideal site for clinical trial research, said Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin.
Mon Sep 05 2022
Malaysian 5G rollout - Exhibit 'A' for misplaced solution
The issue of internet quality should be resolved by enforcing the appropriate standards in our telecommunication industry.
Thu Feb 10 2022
MOSTI to conduct clinical trials for two locally-produced vaccines - Dr Adham
MOSTI will be conducting clinical trials for two vaccines produced in the country through the establishment of the Malaysian Genome and Vaccine Institute (MGVI).
Mon Nov 29 2021
MOH will step up genomic surveillance to detect Omicron variant - Khairy
So far the government had managed to increase full genome sequence analysis capacity to 1,500 samples a month.
Mon Nov 29 2021
PM launches National Vaccine Development Roadmap and Institute
Ismail Sabri today launched the National Vaccine Development Roadmap (PPVN) and Malaysian Genome and Vaccine Institute (MGVI) in an effort to turn the country into a hub for vaccine production.
Mon Nov 01 2021
MOSTI allocates almost RM60 mln for COVID-19 vaccine R&D
Ahmad Amzad said of the total allocation, RM54 million was allocated to the Malaysia Genome Institute while RM2.5 million was for the research team to develop vaccines using the mRNA technology.
Sat Sep 18 2021
Four samples of positive COVID cases in Parliament most likely Delta variant - Health DG
Four samples of genome-related to the positive COVID-19 cases in Parliament screened on July 29, are most likely to be Delta variant, based on the current circulation of variants in Malaysia.
Sun Aug 01 2021
Delta variant detected in Sarawak
According to IHCM in a statement today, the variant was detected following its genome sequencing analysis recently.
Thu Jul 08 2021
Ready to travel abroad again? Watch out for superbugs, study says
Study says newly vaccinated travelers enjoying a return to trips abroad may find a drug-resistant "superbug" hitching a ride in their guts.
Sun Jun 13 2021
COVID: Philippine variant detected in Sarawak
The variant was detected by the Institute of Health and Community Medicine (IHCM) of Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) in its genome sequencing analysis last week.
Fri Apr 30 2021
Kazakhstan detects possible COVID variant in its biggest city
Full genome sequencing tests will be needed to see whether the infections were caused by the British, South African or Brazilian variant.
Fri Mar 19 2021
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024