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4 weeks ago
OMG science

Scientists Find the Largest Known Genome Inside a Small Plant

Tmesipteris oblanceolata has the largest known genome on Earth. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
1 month ago
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The fusion of two sisters into a single woman suggests that human identity is not in our DNA

The case of Karen Keegan, a chimeric woman, challenges the perception of DNA defining individual identity. [ more ]
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www.cnn.com
9 years ago
Health

UK lawmakers approve 3-parent babies' law

UK lawmakers voted in favor of pioneering IVF technique using DNA from three people.
Further vote needed in House of Lords before the measure becomes law. [ more ]
www.scientificamerican.com
4 months ago
Science

Sperm Cell Powerhouses Contain Almost No DNA

Mitochondria in human sperm contain virtually no DNA
This mtDNA-elimination process may play a role in human infertility and help understand mitochondrial diseases [ more ]
www.cnn.com
9 years ago
Health

UK lawmakers approve 3-parent babies' law

UK lawmakers voted in favor of pioneering IVF technique using DNA from three people.
Further vote needed in House of Lords before the measure becomes law. [ more ]
www.scientificamerican.com
4 months ago
Science

Sperm Cell Powerhouses Contain Almost No DNA

Mitochondria in human sperm contain virtually no DNA
This mtDNA-elimination process may play a role in human infertility and help understand mitochondrial diseases [ more ]
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Mail Online
7 months ago
Science

Man plans to send his DNA to the MOON so aliens can clone him

A physics professor is planning to send his DNA to the moon after he dies, hoping that aliens will create clones of him.
The Kansas resident has teamed up with Celestis, a Texas-based company that specializes in launching remains into space, to carry out his ambitious plan.
Celestis offers several options for space burials, including sending ashes to orbit, the moon, or deep space, with prices ranging from $2,495 to $12,500. [ more ]
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