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Scientists Complete Map of Human Genetic Variation

Posted by samzenpus on from the one-of-these-things-is-not-like-the-other dept.

UltimaGuy writes "A major scientific step in the field of genetics is set to speed up the search for the causes of common illnesses ranging from heart disease and cancer to Alzheimer's and asthma. Scientists have mapped patterns of tiny DNA differences that distinguish one person from another, a step that will speed up the search for genes that promote common illnesses such as heart disease and diabetes."

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  1. Interesting by Anonymous Coward · · Score: 0, Offtopic

    "... a step that will speed up the search for genes that promote common illnesses such as heart disease and diabetes."

    That's all well and good, but can they cure my ugly face?!

  2. I regret being the one to inform you... by FFFish · · Score: 0, Offtopic

    ...but you've got bad breath, too. :-(

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