DNA may ‘remember’ your childhood
Study shows that childhood living conditions cause changes to DNA that persist into middle age.
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In order to promote similar discussion and debate the Government have established the Human Genetics Commission (HGC). They consult the public about genomic issues and then feedback to the Government in order to inform their policies.
Skeleton DNA identifies medieval killer
Museum of London
Scientists reconstructed the genome of the Black Death germ from DNA fragments in victims’ teeth.
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Are your genes good enough?
Could our society become divided on the basis of 'good' and 'bad' *genes*?
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