Our “Junk DNA” Is More Important Than We Once Thought

The video explores the quest to understand human uniqueness through genetics. It highlights the 99% genetic similarity between humans and chimpanzees, focusing on the remaining 1% that defines humanity. Initially, research focused on genes, but discoveries revealed the importance of non-coding DNA, once considered junk. Human Accelerated Regions (HARS) and newly identified Hackers play crucial roles in regulating genes, impacting brain, immune, and gut functions. The search for human uniqueness is ongoing, emphasizing the complexity and evolving understanding of DNA.

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