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No, SpudCells aren’t alive. But they’re a step toward the first synthetic life

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Per Science News, researchers have created lab-made cells called SpudCells. These cells aren't alive, but they represent a significant step forward in synthetic biology—a window into what becomes possible as scientists work toward creating synthetic life.

Source: https://www.sciencenews.org/article/spudcells-synthetic-l...

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