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DNA

Caption: Scientists are reporting synthesis of the world's first DNA molecule made almost of entirely artificial parts. The discovery could be used in the fields of gene therapy and other futuristic high-tech advances, such as nano-sized computers.

Credit: Courtesy of Masahiko Inouye

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Related news release: American Chemical Society's Weekly PressPac -- July 2, 2008