# How our changing DNA keeps us alive | Linda Chelico

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Podcast: [TED Health](https://stenobird.com/podcast/ted-health-388141)
Published: 2026-03-17T04:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://audiocollective.ted.com
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## Resource

DNA carries the code for carrying out biological life, yet DNA is an unstable molecule. The reality is that DNA in all organisms is in a dynamic state with its environment, constantly becoming damaged and undergoing processes for damage reversal and repair. In this TEDx talk, Dr. Linda Chelico, a professor who research spans biochemistry, virology, and cancer biology, discuss how understanding DNA can lead to new insights on cancer treatments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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