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An AMPD1 variant from Neanderthals reduces enzyme activity by 25% in lab-produced proteins and up to 80% in muscles of genetically modified mice. This variant is…
Like all cells, human eggs are subject to mutations CC Studio/Science Photo Library Research indicates that human eggs may be shielded from certain types of mutations…
The human genome consists of approximately 3 billion DNA base pairs. If these base pairs were letters grouped together on a single line, they would fill…
Cerebellum of a person suffering from kuru disease Liberski PP (2013) Genetic research in a very remote community in Papua New Guinea has revealed new insights…
Cerebellum of a person suffering from kuru disease Liberski PP (2013) Genetic research in a very remote community in Papua New Guinea has revealed new insights…
Migraines can cause debilitationNikki Lloyd/Getty Images An analysis of the genomes of 1.3 million people has revealed dozens of variations associated with migraine, which could lead…