Was the Human Genome Forged by Fire?

To identify possible burn-injury response genes, researchers examined the transcriptomes (the genes expressed) in both burnt and unburnt skin from humans and rats. Examining the gene sequences, they ...
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Home engulfed in fire collapses in Somerville; flames spread to neighboring homes

A fire tore through a home under construction in Somerville, Massachusetts, early Thursday morning.Crews were called at midnight to the residence at 75 Thurston St., which was vacant and fully ...
Los Angeles Times

Garnet fire burns into grove of giant sequoias; several behemoths are in flames

The Garnet fire burned into the McKinley grove of giant sequoia trees by Monday morning. Fire officials say several trees are burning and specially trained firefighters are on the way. A blaze raging ...
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Containment drops for Monroe Fire as flames claim another 5,000 acres, evacuations ordered

RICHFIELD, Utah (ABC4) — The Monroe Canyon Fire burning just south of Richfield in Sevier County has claimed another 5,000 acres, bringing the total burned to 36,637, according to the latest update ...