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The microbes forming a new kind of life
Scientists have created a new life form in the lab by adding extra items to the DNA of stomach bacteria. They hope it'll lead to the development of new medicines, among other things.
Photo: E.Coli bacteria photographed by an electron micrograph.
Credit The Science Photo Library.
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