The Y chromosome degenerates: To survive, men will have to develop a new sex gene

A new study suggests that the human Y chromosome, passed down through the paternal line to men, is literally degenerating and may disappear completely in a few million years, writes Science Alert. Such a development would lead to the extinction of humanity, but researchers believe there is still hope if a new sex gene emerges. […]

29 janvier 2023
Aller à la source The European Times
Author: Gaston de Persigny