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Genetic code set to music

Scientists have collaborated with the composers to produce a score in which singers are assigned notes that represents bits of their own genetic codes, so they effectively sing about themselves. The new piece, Allele, is performed by the New London Chamber Choir. Science correspondent Pallab Ghosh reports on a novel collaboration.


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