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Molecular Visualization of DNA

Posted February 03, 2009 8:35 AM

From Neatorama:

Here is an amazing CGI visualization of DNA coiling, replication, transcription and translation in real time as is occurring every second in our bodies. For me the most fascinating aspect of watching this is the realization of how the production of DNA in our cells is so industrious. It's like watching a souped miniature assembly line working non stop! Created by by Drew Berry of the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research.

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If this doesn't wind you up nothing will.

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02/06/2009 2:19 AM

I'm impressed!

That I recognised the processes involved means my early college years were not a total waste.

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