To uncover information about ancient genomes scientists have previously relied on fossils of bones and teeth. Alongside ethical issues, the problem with this is most genetic sequences obtained from this old DNA are fragmented and incomplete. A group of researchers from the … [Read more...] about Ancient nits aid uncovering of human ancestry
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Scientists record second person ever to eliminate HIV naturally
The human immunodeficiency virus, or HIV, operates by replicating its own DNA into its hosts. This means it takes over the organism a cell at a time, altering its immune system and bodily functions. To suppress the disease, people infected receive treatment called anti-retroviral … [Read more...] about Scientists record second person ever to eliminate HIV naturally
Argentina’s new trans employment law further protects LGBTQ rights
Argentina has proven to be a leader when it comes to protecting and expanding the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals in their country. It was the first country in Latin America to not only legalize same-sex marriage but to give same-sex couples the right to adopt, as well as the first … [Read more...] about Argentina’s new trans employment law further protects LGBTQ rights
Argentina is first Latin American country to introduce non-binary national IDs
Argentina makes history as the first South American country to roll out identification cards for non-binary citizens by allowing them to use “x” on their official national identification document and passports in the field pertaining to gender. The International Civil Aviation … [Read more...] about Argentina is first Latin American country to introduce non-binary national IDs
Giant wild otter seen in the Bermejo River for first time in over a century
The Bermejo River flows through Impenetrable National Park in Argentina’s Chaco province. The secluded region had a special and surprising visitor last week in the form of a wild giant river otter. The otter, which was believed to be extinct in the country because of hunting and … [Read more...] about Giant wild otter seen in the Bermejo River for first time in over a century