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# Mutation

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How much do we know about the Mu strain of Covid-19, the WHO's latest 'variant of interest'?
Four cases of this variant have been identified so far in Ireland, according to latest figures.
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Sep 5th 2021, 7:00 AM
Analysis suggests UK coronavirus variant 'not responsible for recent surge' in Ireland
It was identified in fewer than 10% of swabs in a small batch anaylsed.
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Jan 2nd 2021, 2:45 PM
France and Spain confirm cases of new coronavirus strain
The patient in France’s first case arrived in the country from London on 19 December.
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Dec 26th 2020, 1:45 PM
Autism and schizophrenia may be caused by the same mutations
That’s the finding of a research group at Trinity College.
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Apr 29th 2014, 9:01 AM
New genetic mutation linked to eczema
The mutation of the gene can result in the development of a type of eczema known as atopic dermatitis.
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Nov 5th 2013, 7:00 AM
Fukushima caused mutant butterflies: scientists
The butterflies were found to have abnormalities including smaller wings and damaged eyes.
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Aug 14th 2012, 11:12 AM
NUIG researchers discover enzyme linked with Huntington’s disease mutation
The findings are not a cure for the degenerative disease, but they could point to new ways to stop its progression.
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Feb 22nd 2012, 7:15 AM
Genetic mutation may have contributed to Liz Taylor's death
The late actress’s remarkable eyes were actually down to a genetic mutation – she had two lines of eyelashes.
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Mar 28th 2011, 6:24 PM