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Scientists decode opium poppy genome
Scientists have determined the DNA code of the opium poppy genome, uncovering key steps in how the plant evolved to produce the pharmaceutical compounds used to make vital…
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Human genome could contain up to 20 percent fewer genes, researchers reveal
A new study led by the Spanish National Cancer Research Centre (CNIO) reveals that up to 20% of genes classified as coding…
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Previously grainy wheat genome comes into focus
The complete sequence of the huge wheat genome is published this week, and the enormous dataset will accelerate innovation in breeding resilient…