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Scientists Design Drug That Mimics All Benefits of Exercise

Scientists successfully tested a new drug that mimics the effects of exercise in the body. The drug was able to use body fat as energy and also increased the metabolism of mice. The drug is still to be tested on humans but scientists are optimistic about the outcomes.

Study Shows Scientists Can Now Collect DNA From Thin Air

Scientists can now collect DNA samples from sand footprints, air and even water, according to scientists who were studying sea turtles. Researchers from the University of Florida were studying environmental DNA in which they accidently found human DNA, which can be used to trace individuals.