Still, Khamsi’s emphasis on the beneficial aspects of somatic mutations is one of the most striking elements of her book.
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Jerome Groopman,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
For example, mutations in myosin genes involved in inner ear function can cause hereditary hearing loss, as these proteins are essential for the proper operation of sensory hair cells.
There is an ongoing scientific controversy over whether obese individuals with no metabolic abnormalities, such as diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension, should be treated as higher risk.
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Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
3 Apr. 2026
Abnormalities in legal filings Questions began to emerge about the Nevada County cases last summer, after a judge noticed abnormalities in references to legal precedent in a brief filed by a prosecutor.
By selectively keeping and replanting the mutants, ancient humans gained the first cereal crops.
—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
25 Mar. 2026
Following two teasers, one revealing Chris Evans' return as Steve Rogers and another all about Chris Hemsworth's Thor, this new preview reveals Xavier's School for Gifted Youngsters, a safe haven for young mutants, now in shambles.
Instead, think high-protein and filling breakfast filled with fruits and vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts and seeds, healthy fats, along with herbs and spices like ginger and turmeric (all of which are anti-inflammatory).
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Siya Bhambwani,
Vogue,
6 Apr. 2026
To be fair, Dylan is also engaging in some territorial behaviors, like chuckling about Greg’s affinity for nuts and lightly putting a hand on his arm, so keep an eye on that space.
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