The sushi genome project

Sea urchin genes reveal surprising similarities with humans.

Researchers have determined the genetic sequence of the purple sea urchin, Strongylocentrotus purpuratus. Spines and sushi aside, Helen Pearson investigates what researchers find to like about these creatures.

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The sushi genome project

Sea urchin genes reveal surprising similarities with humans.

Researchers have determined the genetic sequence of the purple sea urchin, Strongylocentrotus purpuratus. Spines and sushi aside, Helen Pearson investigates what researchers find to like about these creatures.

Read the story here.

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