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Junk DNA probably isn't Rubbish

"Junk DNA" might not be rubbish after all

"Junk DNA" might not be rubbish after all, find scientists using pattern discovery, and it might have a role in regulating genes. The European starling could be the first non-human animal to recognise and learn grammar. Meteorologists debate whether the 2005 Atlantic hurricane season was a result of global warming or a natural variation. Plus, the role of CRP protein in heart disease, and how water can run uphill.

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Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ World Service Archive

This programme was restored as part of the World Service archive project

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