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nightwing1240

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Sun Jan 1, 2023, 08:20 AM Jan 2023

Humans continue to evolve with the emergence of new genes [View all]

New research is shedding new light on the evolution of modern humans — a process that continues, millions of years after the evolutionary split from our primate ancestors.

Researchers have now added to the existing body of knowledge to create a genetic map that compares human beings to other vertebrates, finding that a host of newly identified genes are entirely unique to humans.

Additionally, scientists say these findings could help them better understand the role that genetics play in certain diseases.

Link - https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/humans-continue-to-evolve-with-the-emergence-of-new-genes#Genes:-Lifes-instruction-book
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Much more study needs done but I find this fascinating. I remember my senior year of High School and our science teacher told us that one day, our small toe would not be needed thanks to evolution. Quite a surprise then, it was a catholic school but it did open my eyes that there is more than the bible to explain how we got to where we are. Maybe I am an odd one but I think there is room for both. Being open minded is a good thing IMHO

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