Extended Time In Space Alters Your Genes?

[Judge]

Interesting story on astronaut Scott Kelly, whose genes/DNA apparently were changed in his prolonged life in outer space. Genetically compared to his twin brother Mark, who was also once an astronaut.

Astronaut's DNA changed by time in space

 

[tree]

Astronaut Scott Kelly's DNA changed in space and his identical twin proves it
When I read this version, last week,
the words "other than that" really stood out,
to me, in the story.


"Researchers now know that 93% of Scott’s genes returned to normal after landing.

However, the remaining 7% point to possible longer term changes in genes related to his immune system, DNA repair, bone formation networks, hypoxia, and hypercapnia.

Other than that, scientists have said they feel very optimistic........."

 

[Bolletje]

I do know that prolonged weightlessness causes loss of bone density. I’ll have to read the article later

 

[Nervous Rex]

When I read this version, last week,
the words "other than that" really stood out,
to me, in the story.

...

Other than that, scientists have said they feel very optimistic........."

"Other than that, Mrs. Lincoln, how was the show?"

 

[Major Tom]

Very interesting,and also a funny retort by Nervous Rex.

 

[Fridgemagnetman]

Very interesting,and also a funny retort by Nervous Rex.

Is there something wrong? Can you hear me Major Tom?


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