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Researchers discover tumors inherited by generations of jellyfish-like creatures
This study, "De novo evolution of transmissible tumors in hydra," is published in the Proceedings ... the tumors don't seem to be linked to any special bacteria or microbes in the hydras.
Take my (bad) breath away—causes of halitosis and how to check whether you have it
In Greek mythology, the many-headed beast Hydra had such severe halitosis that ... of keto diets complain of strong genital ...
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First evidence for the evolution of host manipulation by tumors during the long-term vertical transmission of tumor cells in Hydra oligactis
Transmissible tumors in Hydra can manipulate host phenotype by inducing the growth of supernumerary tentacles, enhancing host foraging efficiency and promoting tumor vertical transmission, akin to ...