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Chornobyl Dogs Show No Radiation Genetic Changes

1/14/2025

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A groundbreaking study from North Carolina State University and Columbia University reveals that dogs living near Chornobyl show no signs of radiation-induced genetic changes. Analyzing genetic variants and ticks, researchers found these canines share striking similarities with nearby populations. This research opens the door to understanding the selective pressures shaping these resilient dogs over time.

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A groundbreaking study from North Carolina State University and Columbia University reveals that dogs living near Chornobyl show no signs of radiation-induced genetic changes. Analyzing genetic variants and ticks, researchers found these canines share striking similarities with nearby populations. This research opens the door to understanding the selective pressures shaping these resilient dogs over time.