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Archaea RNA modifications mirror those used in medicine
Original: Natural RNA modifications in archaea mirror those used in medicine
Researchers report that naturally occurring RNA modifications in archaea, single-celled microorganisms often found in extreme environments, are strikingly similar to chemical modifications scientists use in modern medicine, including in RNA-based therapies and vaccines. The finding suggests these microbes independently evolved chemistry that medical research relies on, offering new clues about RNA biology and potential directions for drug development.
Why now: New research highlights an unexpected overlap between natural archaeal chemistry and human medical technology
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