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A SpudCell can grow, copy its DNA, divide in two, and start its cell cycle all over again. But this cell is made by people, created from lifeless ingredients. They may one day produce new medicines and materials. But first scientists have to improve them — and make sure they aren’t misused.

nyti.msThey Created a Cell That’s Almost Alive. What to Do With It Now?SpudCells may one day produce new medicines and materials. But first scientists have to improve them — and make sure they aren’t misused.

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