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Virus Stole a Human Gene and Won't Let Go of It
New York Times science reporting describes a virus that captured a human gene and has retained it, shedding light on how viruses and their hosts exchange genetic material over evolutionary time. The finding is drawing attention among readers interested in virology and evolution, with the article circulating widely on discussion forums under the pandemics topic.
Why now: Readers are drawn to striking research on viral evolution and human-virus genetic exchange.
The New York Timesmolluscum contagiosum virus
Evidence
- Virus Stole a Human Gene and Won't Let Go of It · gumby · 98
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