Posted on 10/19/2008 5:50:29 PM PDT by Soliton
Tomislav Domazet-Lošo and Diethard Tautz from the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Biology in Plön, Germany, have systematically analysed the time of emergence for a large number of genes - genes which can also initiate diseases. Their studies show for the first time that the majority of these genes were already in existence at the origin of the first cells.
The search for further genes, particularly those which are involved in diseases caused by several genetic causes, is thus facilitated. Furthermore, the research results confirm that the basic interconnections are to be found in the function of genes - causing the onset of diseases - can also be found in model organisms (Molecular Biology and Evolution).
(Excerpt) Read more at sciencedaily.com ...
Off Topic (sorry), but I wonder whom Dawkins, Hitchens, Harris, Dennett, and Mahr are supporting in the Presidential election..something to think about..
Think you might could bag the evoloserism BS for three weeks here until the election is decided?
Outcry at scale of inheritance project
- NIH launches multi-million-dollar epigenomics programme
Nature News | 10 October 2008 | Helen Pearson
Posted on 10/12/2008 11:17:18 AM PDT by neverdem
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2103905/posts
Which way ‘out of Africa’?
University of Bristol | Monday, October 13, 2008 | Cherry Lewis
Posted on 10/15/2008 6:33:31 PM PDT by SunkenCiv
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-chat/2106644/posts
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To all -- please ping me to other topics which are appropriate for the GGG list.The Scars of Evolution:"The most remarkable aspect of Todaro's discovery emerged when he examined Homo Sapiens for the 'baboon marker'. It was not there... Todaro drew one firm conclusion. 'The ancestors of man did not develop in a geographical area where they would have been in contact with the baboon. I would argue that the data we are presenting imply a non-African origin of man millions of years ago.'" |
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You mean...*gasp*...I wasn’t hatched?
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After caring for my dying husband, I have developed a theory about Alzheimers, for which they apparently have found at least one gene. I noticed that while my husband was still physically able but unable to remember for more than 15 seconds, he would leave the house when he was getting hungry. Usually I would notice immediately and bring him back with the promise of food. Then I would have him sit in the kitchen and give him snacks while I finished cooking. Several times I had to call the police to find him and bring him back.
I had heard stories about how elderly American Indians during Winter starving times would go off into the forest to die to leave more food for the young. I now wonder how many of these people actually had Alzheimers, and just wandered off looking for food when they were hungry and froze in the process. At any rate if there was a gene that caused wandering when triggered by hunger, then this would have a positive survival value for their children and grandchildren by leaving more food for them.
The writer has an interesting theory about aquatic origins for our ancesters, proposing the flooding of the Rift Valley for millenia as being a possible cause. There are oher areas in Africa with seasonal flooding where upright walking could be an advantage. She also posits obesity as being water/temperature related, but another explanation is that obesity would enable one to survive during seasonal starving times. Also, obesity in Africans occurs especially in the rear end, where it would provide a food reserve without causing the overheating that would occur if it were evenly distributed around the torso as it is in Esquimos and other northern populations.
Maybe not, but I’m glad you’ve come out of your shell. ;’)
It was hunt and peck for a while, but I finally made it.
‘Face on the half-shell?
You are wise. I don't believe I have ever said that to anyone before. My father in law has alzheimers. He drove railroad engines in steel mills until he retired. He never owned a credit card. Now his wife spends his pension on "care". He would have gladly walked off into the woods to give his wife financial peace of mind. Your hypothesis has the merit of reason and your loyalty has the merit of love.
Who cares?
Maybe you could ignore me. I'm guessing you're about 62 years old. Think about your soul and whether I or anyone else can effect your relationship with God or Sarah Palin. Take responsibility.
I do since darwinism tends to lead to athieism and athieism tends to lead to liberalism (socialism)..
I think it matters much what the logical conclusion to your base premeses lead to, and WHICH political side tends to gain..(and I doubt it is Republicans..Conservatives). I think many freepers would appreciate this to be thought.
“My father in law has alzheimers. Now his wife spends his pension on ‘care’.”
I cared for my husband at home 24/7/365 for three years. It wasn’t easy, but I learned a lot. He died in his own bed. [Fortunately, he was eligible for VA, so I was only spending about $300 a month on him. After he died, my annual income dropped by $12,000. Unfortunately my expenses did not.] If I can be of help to anyone with this problem, I would be glad to share what I have learned. You can also private message me.
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