Ancient viruses in the human genome linked to mental health conditions

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Human endogenous retroviruses are remnants of viral genes in the human genome NICOLLE R. FULLER/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY Ancient viruses embedded in human DNA millions of years ago may play a role in raising people’s risks of depression, schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. The viral genes have unusual activity levels in people who have a higher genetic […]

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Publish date : 2024-05-22 17:31:56

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