Accidental Creation of Mouse Embryo with Six Legs and No Genitals

SOURCE metro.co.uk
Scientists accidentally created a mouse embryo with six legs and no genitals, revealing how changes to DNA can impact development. The study focused on a protein called Tgfbr1, which affects gene expression and cell specialization. Further research could lead to a better understanding of DNA's role in diseases like cancer.

Key Points

  • Study focused on the protein Tgfbr1 and its impact on gene expression
  • Potential implications for understanding morphogenetic processes and disease

Pros

  • Reveals how changes to DNA can affect development
  • May lead to a better understanding of diseases like cancer

Cons

  • Unintended consequences in the embryo development process