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Are millions of modern humans the direct descendants of Genghis Khan?
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Are millions of people the direct descendants of Genghis Khan? Find out and explore the history and genealogy of Genghis Khan.
5 Inherited Skin Problems
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These 5 inherited skin problems are rare genetic disorders affecting the largest organ. Learn about 5 inherited skin problems.
Meet Inspector Clouseau, Australia's Neon Pink Manta Ray
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A bright pink manta ray named Inspector Clouseau is causing a splash on the runway of the Great Barrier Reef.
Are humans built to drink milk as adults?
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Are humans built to drink milk as adults? Find out why most adults around the world can't drink milk at HowStuffWorks.
How One Key Protein May Help Tendons Enhance Athletic Performance
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The presence of the protein Piezo1 plays a key role in how tendons heal – and a genetic mutation in that protein may enhance athletic performance.
How Did Snakes Lose Their Legs?
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HowStuffWorks finds out why snakes have no legs and feet.
How Prophylactic Mastectomies Work
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Removing part of the body as a cancer prevention measure is controversial. Find out about the pros and cons involved in prophylactic mastectomies.
Are we on the brink of an AIDS vaccine?
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An AIDS vaccine has been developed that shows 96 percent effectiveness in non-human, pre-clinical trials. Learn about this potential AIDS vaccine.
Frequently Asked Questions About Proteus Syndrome
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Proteus syndrome causes atypical development of bone and tissue, leading to physical deformities. See these frequently asked questions about Proteus syndrome.
How does your body know the difference between dominant and recessive genes?
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Ever since I took biology in high school I have wondered -- why do humans (and plants and animals) have two of every gene, and why is one "dominant" and the other "recessive"? How does my body know which one is dominant? How does it pick between the