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Scientists say they have built a cell from scratch for the first time

Scientists have successfully constructed a synthetic cell from scratch using nonliving chemical components. Led by professor Kate Adamala at the University of Minnesota, the team created a fragile, prototype cell capable of feeding, growing, and replicating like a natural organism.The creation could help scientists understand the origins of life and be programmed to address major global biological issues.