> From: Davd Brin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > > > In future experiments, Lahn will insert the human > > ASPM gene into mice to > > > see what affect it has on brain development. > > > > They escape from their cages, flee to a country that > > has no extradition, and > > sue the estate of Douglas Adams for slander. > > Heh. I had heard of this. My best guess is that > simply pumping up that gene leads to more neurons, and > that a species without OTHER adaptation will simply > suffer from severe internal skull squeeze.
I recall from last year another gene that they discovered that caused mice brains to become highly folded (like a human brain) instead of being 'flat'. > But the notion of a breakout by brain boosted rats is > delightfully chilling. Danger mouse... _______________________________________________ http://www.mccmedia.com/mailman/listinfo/brin-l
