14/05/2023
𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫'𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲!🌻
On this special Mother's Day, let's celebrate the incredible role mothers play in passing down not just their love, but also a unique gift encoded within their . Unlike nuclear DNA inherited from both parents, mitochondrial DNA is predominantly passed down exclusively from mothers. It holds remarkable stability across generations, allowing scientists to trace maternal lineages spanning hundreds of thousands of years. As we honour the maternal bonds that shape us, let's also acknowledge the scientific marvel of mitochondrial DNA analysis, aiding in tracing our ancestry and understanding migration patterns. Today, let's appreciate the power of mothers in carrying forward this enduring legacy, lighting the path for generations to come.
Resources used:
1) Bigler, A. (2020) Biomedical Beat Blog - National Institute of Medical Sciences: The Maternal Magic of Mitochondria. Retrieved from https://biobeat.nigms.nih.gov/2020/05/the-maternal-magic-of-mitochondria/ #:~:text=Mitochondria%20as%20a%20Maternal%20Inheritance,sperm%20are%20almost%20always%20destroyed.
2) Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology News. (2021). Mitochondria Inherited from Mother Can Influence Offspring's Risk of Common Diseases. Retrieved from https://www.genengnews.com/news/mitochondria-inherited-from-mother-can-influence-offsprings-risk-of-common-diseases/ #:~:text=Unlike%20nuclear%20DNA%2C%20which%20is,nuclear%20DNA%20and%20mitochondrial%20DNA