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SEOUL: South Korean scientist have cloned cats that glow red when exposed to the dark, an achievement that could help develop cures for human genetic diseases, the science and Technology Ministry has said.
Three Turkish Angora cats were born in January and February through cloning with a gene that produces a red florescent(荧光的) protein that makes them glow in the dark. One died at birth, but the two others survived, the ministry said.
The ministry claimed it was first time cats with modified genes have been cloned. Scientists from Gyeongsang National University took skin cells from a cat and inserted the florescent gene into them before transplanting the genetically modified cells into eggs.
The development means other genes can also be inserted in the course cloning, leading to the way for producing lab cats with genetic diseases, including those of humans, to help develop new treatments, the ministry said.
“Cats have similar genes to those of humans,” veterinary professor Kong Ⅱ-keun of Gyeongsang National University said.
“We can make genetically modified cats that can be used to develop new cures for genetic diseases.”
Keitaro Kato, a geneticist at Kinki University in western Japan who has cloned fish, said the research could be significant if it eventually helps treat people with genetic disease.
“People with genetic disorders usually have to receive treatment throughout their lives that is very hard on them,” Kato said.
“If these results can help to make their lives easier, then I think it’s a wonderful thing.”
1.The cloned cat can glow in the dark due to __________.
A.its gene which has special protein B.its skin which was transplanted
C.its gene which was replaced D.its skin which was put colours in
2.According to the writer, the new science record’s importance is that _________.
A.it may show the human’s intelligence
B.it may display South Korean scientists talent
C.it may help to develop a new treatment for man
D.it may help South Korean scientists earn more money
3.What does “the research” refer to in Keitaro Kato’s opinion?
A.Keitaro Kato’s research-cloned fish.
B.South Korean’s research-cloned cats.
C.Both Japanese and South Korean’s researches.
D.Neither of Japanese and South Korean’s research.
4.The last three paragraphs in the text is used to __________.
A.show the importance of the scientific work
B.tell the different opinions about the research
C.accept the fact of the work done in South Korean
D.express that the author’s work isn’t useful
ACBA
Over the past few months, PSY’s funny video for “Gangnam Style” has become a YouTube sensation, resulting in over 112,000,000 views since July 15. It’s also been Tweeted more than 780,000 times and received over 260, 000 likes on Facebook, reports Mashable.com.
With the rapper(说唱歌手) making an appearance at Thursday’s MTV Video Music Awards, here’s what you need to know about the break-out artist.
His real name is Park Jae-Sang. The 35-year-old Korean pop rapper is known for his comedic music videos and performances. The video for “Gangnam Style” is no exception. When his first album PSY—From the Psycho World! was released in 2001, he was nicknamed “PSY” because of his unusual dress, special lyrics(歌词) and funny dance movies.
Gangnam is a wealthy neighborhood in Seoul(首尔). Gangnam may only be 15 square miles, but the district in Seoul, South Korea, is home to the headquarters of some of the country’s most influential companies, including Samsung, Hyundai and LG. The region also makes up 7% of South Korea’s GDP. 41% of students at Seoul University, a very famous college, come from Gangnam. The lyrics of PSY’s song describe the personality of a girl and a guy.
He studied in the U.S. Born in South Korea on December 31, 1977, PSY attended Banpo Elementary School, Banpo Middle School and Eva High Sch ool. But when it came time to achieve a college degree, the rapper attended both Boston University and Berklee College of Music in the U.S.
“Gangnam Style” is giving K-pop international fame. “Gangnam Style” is currently No.1 on the iTunes music video chart. The video has surpassed Taylor Swift’s “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together”; Justin Bieber’s “As Long As You Love Me”; and Katy Perry’s “Wide Awake”. This is the first time a Korean artist has ranked this high on iTunes.
【小题1】What is the first paragraph mainly about?
A.The success of “Gangnam Style”. |
B.The origin of “Gangnam Style”. |
C.The result of the Music Award. |
D.The childhood of PSY. |
A.is already in his forties now |
B.made his first album in 2003 |
C.danced only in his “Gangnam Style” |
D.has developed his special comedic style |
A.It is the capital of South Korea. |
B.It is rich and better developed. |
C.Seoul University lies in it. |
D.It covers about 90 square miles. |
A.“Gangnarn Style” isn’t popular in English-speaking countries. |
B.PSY will be given another big prize for music in the future. |
C.iTunes is the No.1 music company on the internet. |
D.“Gangnam Style” has won the most worldwide popularity. |