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Badger
7th October 2004, 07:25 AM
The connection between head lice and human evolution is interesting. Results from research on other human parasites will add more pieces to the puzzle.
I think this is neat stuff!
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/sci/tech/3715132.stm
Deetee
7th October 2004, 10:11 AM
The researchers now want to study other human parasites to discover whether similar patterns are written in their DNA.
In particular, a genetic study of pubic lice would help support or refute theories of intimate contact, says Smith.
Any volunteers?
shemp
7th October 2004, 11:15 AM
There are plenty of parasites lurking around these fora.
Badger
7th October 2004, 12:31 PM
Originally posted by shemp
There are plenty of parasites lurking around these fora.
To whit!
(thanks for the setup, Shemp!)
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