The Mattingly Gene

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The Mattingly disorder , a genetic disease that has afflicted many of the descendants of Thomas Mattingly, causes a deterioration of muscles brought on by a neuron failure. There has been no known cure for the disease, but there is now hope. Molecular biologists at Johns Hopkins University have narrowed the Mattingly gene to one chromosome.

Muscle diseases, Muscular diseases

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Hitting the genetic jackpot

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Afro-American Indians did not pay much attention to their native American heritage until recently. The Pequot tribe's multi-billion casino enterprise has led to the resurgence of native American pride. However, many impostors try to pass themselves off as Pequot in the hopes of financial gain.

Economic aspects, African Americans, Native Americans, Native North Americans, Race relations, Pequots

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Genetic defect isolated

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Children's Hospital researchers in Ottawa, Canada have made a discovery which could lead to the treatment for muscular dystrophy. Drugs could be used to treat this disease which affects thousands of persons worldwide.

Muscular dystrophy

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