Genome of Marine Organism Reveals Hidden Secrets

Researchers from UC San Diego have recently checked out the genome of marine organisms called cyanobacteria and found some pleasing results. These organisms are now known to benefit humans by producing substances that can potentially fight diseases. They help to provide natural products with "biomedical promise". Although little is known about the genetics behind it all, researchers are working to fix that. Even though these organisms are also known for bringing somewhat of a threat to humans and animals because of their toxic blooms, scientists are curious to see what else they have to offer.

This could perhaps be a breakthrough in marine biomedicine. I'm interested in finding stories related to marine life because it's all still quite a big mystery to us and this proves to be an article that portrays that. We truly do not comprehend all the things organisms can possess. These organisms are just expected to be harmful, but who knew until the recent research conducted that they could actually lead to help us? I think that happens with a lot of things; we, as humans, underestimate all they have to give to the world. I hope that scientists will further this research so that the results can potentially lead to other positive discoveries.

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