According to the AP, the laureates discovered the enzyme that builds features known as telomeres, which are at the ends of chromosomes and "often compared to the plastic tips at the end of shoelaces that keep those laces from unraveling."
Their research might help explain why cancer cells are able to keep up their uncontrolled growth, and if drugs can be used to block the enzyme from building these "plastic tips," perhaps this could help fight the disease.
When I read about people like this, I'm always amazed. Could you imagine having such a powerful mind?! Without exaggeration, it takes me about five hesitated starts before I can jump into a revolving door. That's the kind of brain I'm working with.
Semi-related note: I saw something on the local news about a fetching competition for dogs and in the required post-segment banter the anchor said, "Those dogs are smarter than some people! Goodnight everybody!"
And that's how the news ended.
2 comments:
what kind of brain am i working with if i still go around in revolving doors a few times, once in? how's my prognosis?
Could go one of two ways: Either you have a childlike whimsy and appreciate finding humor in the everyday, or you should stop using utensils when you eat.
Unfortunately, there's no grey area in the revolving door test.
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