05.14.06
DNA, immune systems and space
Heres a couple of short reads I’ve been looking at. First, Environmental DNA Damage may drive mutation. While this is not a new theory, i havent seen any mainstream articles on it in while. The gist of it is that ultraviolent light, environmental chemicals, by products of cellular metabolism, and other chemicals or toxins can assult DNA of living beings by oxidizing DNA. This new oxidized element is then misread and incorrectly paired during DNA replication.
Next, Gene that Shuts Down Immune Systems found in People of African Descent. Caspase-12 is a molecule with a death-wish. Found only in people of African descent, this protein shuts down our body’s immune system, opening the door to potentially lethal infections.
Also, you can check out ancient buildings and monoliths from space. Finally, heres an article at wired.com titled Power Up With Magnetic Bacteria. A high school student used naturally occuring magnetic bacteria to produce a current for 48 hours nonstop.