Newly decoded domestic pig DNA may aid in the development of new medicines for humans and pigs, scientists revealed today. "The pig is the ideal animal to look at lifestyle and health issues in the United States," said biomedical science professor Larry Schook, who led the pig DNA research team. Pigs and humans have comparable biogenetic configurations, and research on pigs has proved helpful in the study of human medical conditions.
Source: Scientists decode DNA of pig- man's best friend for research by Karen Hawkins of the Associated Press
11/2/09 Star Tribune print edition
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Will this help cure the swine flu? Just kidding. This is really interesting, I'm always so interested in medicine and new technology.
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