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Ancient virus in chimp DNA silences gene active in humans
Original: An ancient virus in chimpanzee DNA switches off a gene that is active in humans
Researchers report that an ancient viral sequence embedded in chimpanzee DNA switches off a gene that remains active in humans, offering another example of how retroviral remnants have shaped genetic differences between the species. The finding adds to understanding of human evolution and may inform studies of gene regulation and disease susceptibility.
Why now: It highlights a newly reported genetic difference between chimpanzees and humans linked to ancient viral DNA.
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