linkedin post 2018-06-23 05:06:42
JUNK DNA SAVED THE HOST. "The presence of incomplete viral elements in host genomes are not simply the remnants of past viral infection and disease (virus sweeps), but should be considered as the savior of the host lineage by providing the capacity for self regulation and persistence of viruses that can still threaten related species. Virus persistence provides a large selective advantage in the virosphere." https://lnkd.in/etdQ9rN View in LinkedIn