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Minimizing catastrophic mutations as the selective force in the evolution of the universal modern genetic code.
An early addition of a Stop signal to the first functional genetic codes robustly predicts the subsequent evolution of codon to amino acid pairings in the universal modern genetic code.
Overlooked toll of climate change on migrant children in the Americas
Climate change drives displacement and migration across the Americas, particularly exposing Latin American and Caribbean children to compounded health risks. We explore these health impacts, identify gaps in related US healthcare and health policy, and propose recommendations for responding.