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Mysterious Brain Disease Found in Dead Great White Sharks Along Atlantic Coast
A series of unexplained great white shark deaths along the North American Atlantic Coast has sparked scientific investigations. The first case, recorded in August 2023, revealed brain inflammation in a shark found in Prince Edward Island. Further cases showed similar patterns, with experts struggling to determine the cause. Some scientists suggest ...
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Lake Mendota's Bacteria Are Stuck in an Evolutionary Loop, Finds Study
Research in Lake Mendota reveals seasonal bacterial evolution, with microbes adapting to environmental shifts over 20 years. Despite rapid changes, many species return to prior genetic states, highlighting cyclical evolution patterns. Extreme weather events, like those seen in 2012, led to lasting genetic adaptations, offering insights into how mic...
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Understanding Twins: Types, Facts, and the Unique Bonds They Share
Twins are a captivating subject of study, with two main types: identical and fraternal. Identical twins result from a single fertilised egg splitting, sharing identical DNA. Fraternal twins develop from separate eggs fertilised simultaneously. Their emotional connection often surpasses typical sibling relationships, leading to intriguing dynamics. ...
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Ancient Humans Remained in Frigid Central Europe During Last Ice Age, New Study Reveals
A recent study has revealed that some ancient humans did not retreat from Central Europe during the last ice age. Instead, they adapted to the harsh conditions, similar to species like brown bears and wolves. Led by Oxala GarcÃa-RodrÃguez from Bournemouth University, the study utilised genetic data to show how humans thrived in frigid climates, w...
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Sinhalese, Sri Lankan Tamils Share Striking Genetic Similarity, Study Finds
The researchers noted that despite significant cultural and linguistic differences, the two groups intermingled in the past for several hundred years, which resulted in genetic affinity.
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US Researchers Test Pig-to-Human Transplant in Donated Body
Researchers reported the latest in a surprising string of experiments in the quest to save human lives with organs from genetically modified pigs.
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Same Diet Has Different Effects On 2 Different People, Even If They're Identical Twins: Study
A new study has confirmed this belief through a study that showed that the same meal plan will not show the same results for two people even as genetically similar to each other as twins.
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Men's Health Week: Why Men Shouldn't Ignore These Early Signs And Symptoms Of Cancer
Some symptoms of cancer in men are very similar to symptoms of various other conditions. Here are some early signs and symptoms of cancer which men shouldn't ignore.
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What Makes A Dog Man's Best Friend? It's In The Genes
Dogs that are extra friendly share certain genetic similarities with people who are born with a developmental disorder sometimes called the "opposite of autism," which makes them hyper social, researchers said Wednesday.
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New Liberia Ebola Case 'Genetically Similar' to First Outbreak: WHO
Tests on the first Ebola case in Liberia after a three month span when the West African country was declared Ebola-free are genetically similar to a 2014 outbreak, the UN health agency said Friday.
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People Choose a Spouse With Similar DNA
A new study suggests that individuals are more genetically similar to their spouses than they are to randomly selected individuals from the same population.
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Genetic changes in psychotic disorders
Two major psychotic illnesses, schizophrenia and bipolar disorder (also known as manic depression), are related disorders that may have similar genetic causes. These findings could lead to a better diagnostic test, early treatment and/or new treatment.
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Mysterious Brain Disease Found in Dead Great White Sharks Along Atlantic Coast
A series of unexplained great white shark deaths along the North American Atlantic Coast has sparked scientific investigations. The first case, recorded in August 2023, revealed brain inflammation in a shark found in Prince Edward Island. Further cases showed similar patterns, with experts struggling to determine the cause. Some scientists suggest ...
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Lake Mendota's Bacteria Are Stuck in an Evolutionary Loop, Finds Study
Research in Lake Mendota reveals seasonal bacterial evolution, with microbes adapting to environmental shifts over 20 years. Despite rapid changes, many species return to prior genetic states, highlighting cyclical evolution patterns. Extreme weather events, like those seen in 2012, led to lasting genetic adaptations, offering insights into how mic...
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Understanding Twins: Types, Facts, and the Unique Bonds They Share
Twins are a captivating subject of study, with two main types: identical and fraternal. Identical twins result from a single fertilised egg splitting, sharing identical DNA. Fraternal twins develop from separate eggs fertilised simultaneously. Their emotional connection often surpasses typical sibling relationships, leading to intriguing dynamics. ...
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Ancient Humans Remained in Frigid Central Europe During Last Ice Age, New Study Reveals
A recent study has revealed that some ancient humans did not retreat from Central Europe during the last ice age. Instead, they adapted to the harsh conditions, similar to species like brown bears and wolves. Led by Oxala GarcÃa-RodrÃguez from Bournemouth University, the study utilised genetic data to show how humans thrived in frigid climates, w...
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Sinhalese, Sri Lankan Tamils Share Striking Genetic Similarity, Study Finds
The researchers noted that despite significant cultural and linguistic differences, the two groups intermingled in the past for several hundred years, which resulted in genetic affinity.
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US Researchers Test Pig-to-Human Transplant in Donated Body
Researchers reported the latest in a surprising string of experiments in the quest to save human lives with organs from genetically modified pigs.
-
Same Diet Has Different Effects On 2 Different People, Even If They're Identical Twins: Study
A new study has confirmed this belief through a study that showed that the same meal plan will not show the same results for two people even as genetically similar to each other as twins.
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Men's Health Week: Why Men Shouldn't Ignore These Early Signs And Symptoms Of Cancer
Some symptoms of cancer in men are very similar to symptoms of various other conditions. Here are some early signs and symptoms of cancer which men shouldn't ignore.
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What Makes A Dog Man's Best Friend? It's In The Genes
Dogs that are extra friendly share certain genetic similarities with people who are born with a developmental disorder sometimes called the "opposite of autism," which makes them hyper social, researchers said Wednesday.
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New Liberia Ebola Case 'Genetically Similar' to First Outbreak: WHO
Tests on the first Ebola case in Liberia after a three month span when the West African country was declared Ebola-free are genetically similar to a 2014 outbreak, the UN health agency said Friday.
-
People Choose a Spouse With Similar DNA
A new study suggests that individuals are more genetically similar to their spouses than they are to randomly selected individuals from the same population.
-
Genetic changes in psychotic disorders
Two major psychotic illnesses, schizophrenia and bipolar disorder (also known as manic depression), are related disorders that may have similar genetic causes. These findings could lead to a better diagnostic test, early treatment and/or new treatment.
