📅 December 27, 2012 [Archive]
✉️ Ancient viruses
📝 The human body is composed of millions of cells containing genes that dictate growth and development, including traces of past viruses that can be detected within our genetic makeup. In this week's 6 Minute English, William and Helen explore the fascinating way some ancient viruses have managed to survive and persist within our genes over time.
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✉️ Ancient viruses
📝 The human body is composed of millions of cells containing genes that dictate growth and development, including traces of past viruses that can be detected within our genetic makeup. In this week's 6 Minute English, William and Helen explore the fascinating way some ancient viruses have managed to survive and persist within our genes over time.
🔔 Join BBC's 6 Minute English