DNA from ancient viruses may be important for growth of embryo in womb, study suggests

A study reveals that ancient viral DNA in the human genome may aid early embryo development. Researchers found these remnants, once dismissed, are reactivated shortly after fertilization. This discovery, published in Cell, highlights their role in cellular plasticity, with implications for health and disease. The study involved comparing embryos from various mammals to uncover this activation.

Potential presence of primitive lunar mantle materials on Chandrayaan-3 landing site: Study

Chandrayaan-3's landing site revealed high sulphur levels, suggesting presence of primitive lunar mantle materials from the South Pole-Aitken basin's formation 4.3 billion years ago, offering insights into early lunar evolution and composition.