Scientists Discover Hidden Codes and Viral Elements in Human DNA
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Scientists have discovered that previously overlooked 'junk' DNA, specifically transposable elements like MER11, play a significant role in gene regulation and evolution, acting as genetic switches that influence gene expression and potentially contribute to species differences.
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