mutation

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Rather than building up mutations gradually over time, this process can create dozens or even hundreds of genetic alterations in a single catastrophic episode.

From Science Daily

Despite concerns the vaccine might not work so well against the new mutation of the virus circulating this year, research suggests it is just as effective against serious illness.

From BBC

Scientists have built a detailed map showing how hundreds of possible mutations in a major cancer gene affect tumor growth.

From Science Daily

They are essential to normal growth and are also closely linked to disease when mutations occur, which is why they are frequent targets in drug development.

From Science Daily

The test showed she had a gene mutation which had been passed down from her Hebridean father - and that her mother also had it.

From BBC