Unlocking the secrets of junk DNA

FOR decades, scientists believed that most of our DNA was nothing more than “junk” – leftover remnants with no real function. Imagine the surprise when we began to uncover that this so-called junk might actually hold the keys to some of the most profound mysteries of life.

Today, the non-coding RNA in our DNA is emerging as a treasure trove of information, shaping our understanding of diseases like cancer and liver infections, and even potential future treatments.