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Most of us know that as living things evolve, they take on traits that help them thrive in their home environments. But how are certain traits "chosen" for future generations, and how are others cast ...

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Proteins act as machines within cells to carry out various functions. They are often composed of an assembly of smaller proteins. "It's like the parts of an engine," explains Philippe Després, lead ...