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Human genome mystery
Biology

Human genome mystery

Scientists have not yet grasped the number of genes needed to make humans, but only more human genes than chicken genes but less than tiny grapes.

December 17, 2018
The fetus has ... 3 parents
Biology

The fetus has ... 3 parents

Scientists from the University of Newcastle (UK) have created embryos containing DNA of a man and two women.

December 17, 2018
Tobacco plants can replace gasoline
Biology

Tobacco plants can replace gasoline

Thanks to genetic modification technology, plants that cause many human health problems can become a source of biofuels for engines.

December 17, 2018
Genetic mutations can cause schizophrenia
Biology

Genetic mutations can cause schizophrenia

The gene mutation associated with schizophrenia seems to have severed the connection between the two regions of the brain responsible for memory.

December 17, 2018