DNA glycosylases provide antiviral defence in prokaryotes - NatureBacteria possess diverse immune systems against viruses and plasmids. Unexplored microbial dark matter can harbor new defense genes.
Mutant wolves exposed to Chernobyl disaster evolved a new superpowerMutant wolves in Chernobyl have genetically altered immune systems that show resilience to cancer.Researchers hope to use the findings from the mutant wolves to find cures for human cancer patients.