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Researchers genetically altered fruit flies to crave cocaine

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South Korea’s ‘sea women’ are genetically adapted for their tough trade

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Genetically modified zebrafish and fruit flies much on mercury to make it less toxic

Scientists from Australia have successfully bioengineered genetically modified fruit flies and zebrafish capable of absorbing toxic mercury and releasing it…

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Chernobyl’s feral dogs are genetically unique, but not mutated

Feral dogs living near Chernobyl differ genetically from their ancestors who survived the 1986 nuclear plant disaster—but these variations do…

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Chimpanzees are genetically adapted to local habitats and infections such as malaria

Chimpanzees bear genetic adaptations that help them thrive in their different forest and savannah habitats, some of which may protect…

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