Experts say they have found a "tipsy" gene that explains why some people feel alcohol's effects quicker than others.

The US researchers believe 10% to 20% of people have a version of the gene that may offer some protection against alcoholism.

That is because people who react strongly to alcohol are less likely to become addicted, studies show...

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First Quarter Definitions

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If your getting tired of having those same old flowers on your table, or your getting worried your significant other doesn't like those red roses as much as you think they do why not try these.

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The art of fingerprinting has been around since the early 1900's. To this day we still use Francis Glaton's (one of the first to discover) methods of dusting, reading, and comparing. However a new type of fingerprint is being researched for forensic use. As you know we all have millions of bacteria covering our body at any one time. It turn out this bacteria is unique to our own bodies and can be used to match people and create class evidence. Full story
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Yes is true we all have a little Sonic in us! After a lengthy discussion with my Genetics Professor there is in fact a gene we all used at one point called Sonic Hedgehog. Mostly dealing with the development of limbs, Brain, and spinal cord. However it has also been shown to linked to so forms of cancer. This posses the question is it rite to name a gene after a fictional character or just for fun. How will people feel when they are told their sick due to Sonic Hedgehog?
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Sheep gives birth to what looks like lamb body with human face

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