Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:02am on 18 Dec 2024,Wednesday Science
A groundbreaking study has revealed that nematodes, tiny roundworms thriving in Chernobyl’s high-radiation zone, may hold the key to DNA repair mechanisms. Despite the harsh environment, these worms exhibit no radiation-induced DNA damage. Researchers, led by Sophia Tintori of New York University, analyzed nematodes’ genomes from Chernobyl and other regions, discovering resilience and generational adaptations. Insights from this study, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, could explain why some humans are more prone to cancer and lead to advancements in DNA repair technologies. The findings highlight nature’s incredible adaptability and its potential benefits for science.
