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Time is Ticking! How DNA Methylation is Cell Specific and Has Connections with Aging

Time is Ticking! How DNA Methylation is Cell Specific and Has Connections with Aging Aging is a phenomenon that affects everyone, and DNA methylation analysis might give insight on the effects of aging. Roy et al. analyzed DNA methylation data to determine that DNA methylation patterns in immune cells are cell specific and related to…
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Peek-A-Boo: “Hidden” Viruses in Protozoa Lead to Increased Illness Due to Evolutionary Advantages

Peek-A-Boo: “Hidden” Viruses in Protozoa Lead to Increased Illness Due to Evolutionary Advantages As humans increase travel and connections around the world, so does concern about the spread of diseases, especially ones that are known to fail to respond to treatments. Scientists use genome sequencing to gain a better understanding of the Leishmania RNA virus,…
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About Me: Isabelle Meyers

Hello! I am a junior (Class of 2025) Biology major, Hispanic Studies minor from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. When not in class, I usually spend my time conducting Immunology research. I am the president of the volleyball club and the Undergraduate Immunology club at Davidson! I also work as an AT for intermediate Spanish classes at Davidson…
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