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Jun 11 2025SCIENCE

Triplex DNA: The Hidden Code Breaker

Triplex DNA is a unique structure that doesn't follow the usual rules of DNA. It's crucial for controlling genes, understanding diseases, and even developing new treatments. To figure out how different conditions affect triplex DNA, a sophisticated method called 5DFRETMA was created. This method tes

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Jun 11 2025SCIENCE

The Secret Weapon of Duck Plague Virus

Duck plague virus (DPV) is a nasty piece of work. It belongs to the herpesvirus family and can cause serious sickness and even death in ducks. It's known for causing a severe blood infection that affects many organs. One part of the virus, called gG, is a protein that doesn't help the virus reproduc

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Jun 10 2025SCIENCE

The Power of Citrocin: Fighting Foodborne Bacteria

Food safety is a big deal. One of the main culprits behind food contamination is a sneaky bacteria called Listeria monocytogenes. This bacteria loves to form biofilms, which are like tiny, slimy cities where bacteria can hide and thrive. These biofilms are a major headache in food processing plants,

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Jun 10 2025SCIENCE

How Heat and Cold Shape Fish Babies' Genes

Mangrove forests are not the most stable places for fish to live. The temperature can change a lot from day to day and from season to season. Fish that live there have to be tough. They have to be able to adapt to these changes quickly. One way they do this is through something called plasticity

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Jun 10 2025ENVIRONMENT

The Evergreen Challenge: How Pine Trees Survive Winter

Conifers, like the Pinus tabuliformis, have a tough job. They must deal with cold and dry conditions during autumn and winter. These evergreen trees do not shed their leaves, so they face unique challenges. Understanding how they manage growth and stress is key to protecting forests and improving tr

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Jun 09 2025HEALTH

Unraveling the Mystery of CADASIL: A Genetic Puzzle

In the world of genetics, there are some conditions that are quite rare and puzzling. One such condition is CADASIL. This is a genetic disorder that can lead to strokes and a type of dementia called vascular dementia. The interesting thing about CADASIL is that it can show up in different ways in di

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Jun 09 2025HEALTH

The Hidden Power of DSC2 in Treating Throat Cancer

A new gene is getting attention in the fight against throat cancer. This gene, DSC2, might change how doctors treat a specific type of throat cancer. This type is called locally advanced laryngeal and hypopharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma. These cancers are tough to treat. Traditiona

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Jun 09 2025ENVIRONMENT

Tire Rubber Trash: A Hidden Threat to Our Environment

Tire crumb rubber is a big part of our environment. It's in playgrounds, sports fields, and even roads. But did you know it might be spreading antibiotic resistance? This is a serious issue. Phages, or viruses that infect bacteria, can spread antibiotic resistance genes. These genes make bacteria to

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Jun 08 2025HEALTH

The Price of Genetic Insights

The 100, 000 Genomes Project is a big deal in the world of genetics. It's all about sequencing genomes to find extra bits of information. This isn't just about finding out what makes us unique. It's also about discovering health risks that people might not know they have. But there's a catch. Return

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Jun 08 2025ENVIRONMENT

Beans in a Dry World: How Roots and Shoots Battle Drought

Beans are a big deal in global nutrition. They help feed lots of people. But climate change is making it tough for these plants. Drought is a major problem. It hits both the parts of the plant we see and the parts we don't. This is especially true for beans grown in tough conditions. To create beans

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