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March 17, 2026 at 03:36 PM
This Genetic Mutation Helps Yaks Survive at High Elevations. It Could Lead to Treatments for Nerve Damage in Humans
Source:
Smithsonian Magazine
Researchers discovered a genetic mutation in yaks that allows them to thrive in low-oxygen environments, potentially leading to new treatments for nerve damage in humans.
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