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May 2024 in “PLoS Biology” Gap junctions help control feather pattern formation in chickens.
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May 2021 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Cheonggukjang may help prevent and manage various diseases and improve overall health, but its odor and safety concerns need addressing.
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