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Widespread Problems in Biology: Dr. Joomi Kim on DarkHorse

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Telomeres, Aging, and Research Validity

This chapter investigates the complex roles of telomeres in genetics, aging, and cancer research, contrasting two different research approaches towards telomerase. It emphasizes concerns about the reliability of laboratory mice as models due to selective breeding practices, which may distort scientific findings. Additionally, the discussion raises alarms about potential fraud and data integrity in biological research, questioning the impacts of these issues on cancer studies and drug testing.

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