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RESTRICTED -- These Scientists Are Designing Artisanal Proteins for Your Body

**EMBARGO: No electronic distribution, Web posting or street sales before DAY 2:05 a.m. ET Dec. 26, 2017. No exceptions for any reasons. EMBARGO set by source.** The human body makes tens of thousands of cellular proteins, each for a particular task. Now researchers have learned to create custom versions not found in nature. (John Hersey/The New York Times) -- NO SALES; FOR EDITORIAL USE ONLY WITH SCI DESIGNER PROTEINS BY CARL ZIMMER FOR DEC. 26, 2017. ALL OTHER USE PROHIBITED. --