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September 29, 2016

New research undermines 'RNA world' of early evolution
San Diego (UPI) Sep 29, 2016
Did RNA evolve DNA, or did the two emerge simultaneously? Until recently, most scientists suggested the former, but new research undermines the theory, inspiring a team of scientists to suggest a second, alternative RNA-DNA origin story. The idea that primordial Earth hosted an RNA-only chapter of evolution prior to the emergence of DNA is known as the "RNA world" hypothesis. A series of chemical reactions begat RNA, which eventually synthesized proteins and enzymes, which in turn combined with ... read more

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2nd Integrated Air and Missile Defense - Securing the Complex Air Domain: Requirements for Sustainable, Global, and Reliable Solutions to Next Generation Air & Missile Threats - 28-30 September, 2016 | Washington D.C.

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Shedding light on Pluto's glaciers

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China to share space development benefits with all

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China launches second space lab: Xinhua

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