Stunning Science News: Scientists Create First Artifical, Living Cell
A stunning scientific breakthrough was announced today after the results were published in the journal Science. Scientists have created the first, entirely synthetic, living cell. The scientists embedded their names and some poetry into the DNA of the cell so that it can be tracked, and to show that it is entirely human-created. The discovery is sure to set off a firestorm of ethical debate about the creation of artificial life, and revolutionize the field of biology. The implications for medical treatments and commercial applications are immense. The technology eventually could be used to create synthetic fuel and cure diseases. The Wall Street Journal reports on this stunning achievement:
