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Sonic the Brain Chemical

Posted by michael on from the need-more-rings dept.

GamerBub writes "A chemical protein that appears to prevent Parkinson's Disease has been named Sonic the Hedgehog. According to the National Post."

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  1. Whats so wrong... by maxinull · · Score: 3, Funny

    with putting a little bit of fun in science? I'm sure kids in high school biology would much rather learn about Sonic the Hedgehog and how he helps fight Parkinson's, rather than (insert boring sceintifc name here)!

    Though, when theres a Dr. Robotnic filling out perscriptions, then you can bust out the lawsuits.

  2. I know... by Deanasc · · Score: 2, Funny

    I'm desperately trying to discover a signalling link to violence that I'm going to call Grand Theft Auto.

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    I've hit Karma 50 and gotten a Score:5, Troll... I win!