There is no single gene out there that determines the shape of your nose structure or your height. In fact, most traits are determined by more than one gene. https://youtu.be/YnJPbphsoMY | CrashCourse

Researchers are attempting something unprecedented: using genetic engineering to curb Lyme disease, a tick-borne illness spreading across the U.S. Instead of targeting deer or ticks, they hope to release genetically altered wild mice that are immune to Lyme disease. This Sunday on 60 Minutes, Dr. Jon LaPook reports on how this first-of-its-kind approach could reshape the future of disease prevention. 60Minutes.com | 60 Minutes

299K views · 1.1K reactions | From tastier food to designer babies, genetic engineering is an exciting emerging field that sits on the edge of science fiction. 溺 #Engineering | Interesting Engineering | Facebook