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Natural RNA modifications in archaea mirror those used in medicine
Recent scientific research reveals that natural RNA modifications in archaea share striking similarities with those utilized in advanced modern medicine, specifically in RNA-based therapeutics. Conducted by Prof. Schraga Schwartz and Dr. Dina Grohmann, the study uncovers new insights into RNA stability. The findings, published in the journal Cell, highlight the discovery of natural RNA phosphorothioates and their corresponding writer machinery. This bridges evolutionary biology with cutting-edge pharmacological developments.