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Brazil bans catfish fishery that used dolphins as bait
To catch piracatinga, fishermen cut up river dolphins for lures. Now the government has banned the fishery, turning to genetics to enforce the law
To catch piracatinga, fishermen cut up river dolphins for lures. Now the government has banned the fishery, turning to genetics to enforce the law
Ecology
Source: New Scientist
Posted on: Wednesday, Jul 30, 2014, 10:32am
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Source: New Scientist
Posted on: Wednesday, Jul 30, 2014, 10:32am
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How plants sense gravity -- a new look at the roles of genetics and the cytoskeleton 
Gravity affects the ecology and evolution of every living organism. In plants, the general response to gravity is well known: their roots respond positively, growing down, into the soil, and their stems respond negatively, growing upward, to reach the sunlight. But how do plants sense gravity and how do they direct or signal their cells to grow in response to it? Although botanists understand a
Gravity affects the ecology and evolution of every living organism. In plants, the general response to gravity is well known: their roots respond positively, growing down, into the soil, and their stems respond negatively, growing upward, to reach the sunlight. But how do plants sense gravity and how do they direct or signal their cells to grow in response to it? Although botanists understand a
Plant Biology
Source: American Journal of Botany
Posted on: Tuesday, Feb 05, 2013, 4:15pm
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Source: American Journal of Botany
Posted on: Tuesday, Feb 05, 2013, 4:15pm
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Improved loblolly pines better for the environment, study finds
More than 50 years of genetics work to increase loblolly pine production in the Southeast has improved the trees' ability to act as carbon sinks that mitigate climate change, according to a new study by North Carolina State University researchers.
More than 50 years of genetics work to increase loblolly pine production in the Southeast has improved the trees' ability to act as carbon sinks that mitigate climate change, according to a new study by North Carolina State University researchers.
Ecology
Source: North Carolina State University
Posted on: Wednesday, Apr 18, 2012, 10:45am
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Source: North Carolina State University
Posted on: Wednesday, Apr 18, 2012, 10:45am
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Chimp populations show great genetic diversity, with implications for conservation
Chimpanzee populations living in close proximity are substantially more different genetically than humans living on different continents, according to a study published in PLoS Genetics. Research conducted by scientists from the universities of Oxford and Cambridge, the Centre Pasteur du Cameroun, and the Biomedical Primate Research Centre suggests that genomics can provide a valuable tool
Chimpanzee populations living in close proximity are substantially more different genetically than humans living on different continents, according to a study published in PLoS Genetics. Research conducted by scientists from the universities of Oxford and Cambridge, the Centre Pasteur du Cameroun, and the Biomedical Primate Research Centre suggests that genomics can provide a valuable tool
Ecology
Source: Public Library of Science
Posted on: Friday, Mar 02, 2012, 1:45pm
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Source: Public Library of Science
Posted on: Friday, Mar 02, 2012, 1:45pm
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Genetics of endangered African monkey suggest troubles from warming climate
A rare and endangered monkey in an African equatorial rainforest is providing a look into our climatic future through its DNA. Its genes show that wild drills (Mandrillus leucophaeus), already an overhunted species, may see a dramatic population decline if the forest dries out and vegetation becomes sparser amid warming temperatures, researchers report.
A rare and endangered monkey in an African equatorial rainforest is providing a look into our climatic future through its DNA. Its genes show that wild drills (Mandrillus leucophaeus), already an overhunted species, may see a dramatic population decline if the forest dries out and vegetation becomes sparser amid warming temperatures, researchers report.
Ecology
Source: University of Oregon
Posted on: Wednesday, Feb 29, 2012, 11:45am
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Source: University of Oregon
Posted on: Wednesday, Feb 29, 2012, 11:45am
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How learning more about mass nesting can help conserve sea turtles
Ecologists are a step closer to understanding one of nature's most extraordinary sights – the 'arribada' or synchronised mass nesting of female olive ridley sea turtles. The new study, published today in the British Ecological Society's Journal of Animal Ecology, is the first to combine three different approaches – genetics, demography and behaviour, and the results should help conserve the
Ecologists are a step closer to understanding one of nature's most extraordinary sights – the 'arribada' or synchronised mass nesting of female olive ridley sea turtles. The new study, published today in the British Ecological Society's Journal of Animal Ecology, is the first to combine three different approaches – genetics, demography and behaviour, and the results should help conserve the
Marine Biology
Source: Wiley-Blackwell
Posted on: Wednesday, Oct 19, 2011, 8:45am
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Source: Wiley-Blackwell
Posted on: Wednesday, Oct 19, 2011, 8:45am
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For pandas, there is a mountain high enough, there is a valley low enough
Genetic analysis of giant pandas has shown that features of their landscape have a profound effect on the movement of genes within their population. Researchers writing in the open access journal BMC Genetics found that physical barriers, such as areas lacking bamboo plants and other forest foliage, can separate giant pandas into isolated genetic groups.
Genetic analysis of giant pandas has shown that features of their landscape have a profound effect on the movement of genes within their population. Researchers writing in the open access journal BMC Genetics found that physical barriers, such as areas lacking bamboo plants and other forest foliage, can separate giant pandas into isolated genetic groups.
Ecology
Source: BioMed Central
Posted on: Friday, Jul 23, 2010, 9:45am
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Source: BioMed Central
Posted on: Friday, Jul 23, 2010, 9:45am
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Ancient DNA reveals caribou history linked to volcanic eruption
British Columbia, Canada: DNA recovered from ancient caribou bones reveals a possible link between several small unique caribou herds and a massive volcanic eruption that blanketed much of the Alaskan Yukon territory in a thick layer of ash 1,000 years ago, reports research published today in Molecular Ecology.
British Columbia, Canada: DNA recovered from ancient caribou bones reveals a possible link between several small unique caribou herds and a massive volcanic eruption that blanketed much of the Alaskan Yukon territory in a thick layer of ash 1,000 years ago, reports research published today in Molecular Ecology.
Genetics
Source: Wiley-Blackwell
Posted on: Tuesday, Feb 23, 2010, 1:01pm
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Source: Wiley-Blackwell
Posted on: Tuesday, Feb 23, 2010, 1:01pm
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Genetics helps to crack down on chimpanzee smuggling
The population of chimpanzees across western Africa has decreased by 75% in the past 30 years, due in part to widespread chimp hunting. New strategies are needed to curb this illegal activity. Research published in BioMed Central's open access journal BMC Ecology suggests that genetics may provide valuable clues as to how to crack down on the animal smuggling trade, while also helping to safely reintroduce rescued apes into the wild.
The population of chimpanzees across western Africa has decreased by 75% in the past 30 years, due in part to widespread chimp hunting. New strategies are needed to curb this illegal activity. Research published in BioMed Central's open access journal BMC Ecology suggests that genetics may provide valuable clues as to how to crack down on the animal smuggling trade, while also helping to safely reintroduce rescued apes into the wild.
Ecology
Source: BioMed Central
Posted on: Friday, Jan 22, 2010, 9:52am
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Source: BioMed Central
Posted on: Friday, Jan 22, 2010, 9:52am
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Study Explores Animal Survival in Inherited Habitat
Humans have known for centuries that offspring inherit characteristics from their parents. More recently, science explained this phenomenon with genetics; writing formulas that explain how certain traits get passed down generation to generation.
Humans have known for centuries that offspring inherit characteristics from their parents. More recently, science explained this phenomenon with genetics; writing formulas that explain how certain traits get passed down generation to generation.
Ecology
Source: Newswise
Posted on: Thursday, Apr 16, 2009, 3:51pm
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Source: Newswise
Posted on: Thursday, Apr 16, 2009, 3:51pm
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Genes from tiny marine algae suggest unsuspected avenues for new research
By sequencing the DNA of two tiny marine algae, a team of scientists has opened up a myriad of possibilities for new research in algal physiology, plant biology, and marine ecology.
By sequencing the DNA of two tiny marine algae, a team of scientists has opened up a myriad of possibilities for new research in algal physiology, plant biology, and marine ecology.
Genetics
Source: Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute
Posted on: Friday, Apr 10, 2009, 11:55am
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Source: Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute
Posted on: Friday, Apr 10, 2009, 11:55am
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Reversing ecology reveals ancient environments
From hair color to the ancestral line of parasitic bacteria, scientists can glean a lot from genes. But imagine if genes also revealed where you lived or who you spent time with. It turns out they do, if you know where and how to look.
From hair color to the ancestral line of parasitic bacteria, scientists can glean a lot from genes. But imagine if genes also revealed where you lived or who you spent time with. It turns out they do, if you know where and how to look.
Genetics
Source: Stanford University
Posted on: Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009, 1:40pm
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Source: Stanford University
Posted on: Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009, 1:40pm
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Genetic adaptations key to microbe's survival in challenging environment
The genome of a marine bacterium living 2,500 meters below the ocean's surface is providing clues to how life adapts in extreme thermal and chemical gradients, according to an article published Feb. 6 in the journal PLoS Genetics, an open-access publication published by the Public Library of Science.
The genome of a marine bacterium living 2,500 meters below the ocean's surface is providing clues to how life adapts in extreme thermal and chemical gradients, according to an article published Feb. 6 in the journal PLoS Genetics, an open-access publication published by the Public Library of Science.
Ecology
Source: University of Delaware
Posted on: Tuesday, Feb 10, 2009, 7:19pm
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Source: University of Delaware
Posted on: Tuesday, Feb 10, 2009, 7:19pm
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Fantastic photographs of fluorescent fish
Scientists have discovered that certain fish are capable of glowing red. Research published today in BMC Ecology includes striking images of fish fluorescing vivid red light.
Scientists have discovered that certain fish are capable of glowing red. Research published today in BMC Ecology includes striking images of fish fluorescing vivid red light.
Genetics
Source: BioMed Central
Posted on: Tuesday, Sep 16, 2008, 8:49am
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Source: BioMed Central
Posted on: Tuesday, Sep 16, 2008, 8:49am
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Cutting-edge DNA 'fin-printing' project to track pacific salmon
Ecology and Genetics
Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Saturday, Nov 17, 2007, 12:07pm
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Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Saturday, Nov 17, 2007, 12:07pm
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Cloning could save ancient redwoods
Ecology and Genetics
Source: CNN.com
Posted on: Saturday, Nov 03, 2007, 10:04am
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Source: CNN.com
Posted on: Saturday, Nov 03, 2007, 10:04am
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Genetically modified plants vacuum up toxins
Ecology and Genetics
Source: Reuters
Posted on: Monday, Oct 15, 2007, 7:25pm
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Source: Reuters
Posted on: Monday, Oct 15, 2007, 7:25pm
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Cincinnati Zoo says goodbye to its last Sumatran rhino
8-year-old Harapan joins his brother at an Indonesian breeding sanctuary; fewer than 100 "hairy rhinos" are left in the world
8-year-old Harapan joins his brother at an Indonesian breeding sanctuary; fewer than 100 "hairy rhinos" are left in the world
Ecology
Source: CBSNews
Posted on: Wednesday, Aug 26, 2015, 7:47am
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Source: CBSNews
Posted on: Wednesday, Aug 26, 2015, 7:47am
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The True Story of Kudzu, the Vine That Never Truly Ate the South
A naturalist cuts through the myths surrounding the invasive plant
A naturalist cuts through the myths surrounding the invasive plant
Ecology
Source: Smithsonian
Posted on: Tuesday, Aug 25, 2015, 9:05am
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Source: Smithsonian
Posted on: Tuesday, Aug 25, 2015, 9:05am
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This Rare, White Bear May Be the Key to Saving a Canadian Rainforest
The white Kermode bear of British Columbia is galvanizing First Nations people fighting to protect their homeland
The white Kermode bear of British Columbia is galvanizing First Nations people fighting to protect their homeland
Ecology
Source: Smithsonian
Posted on: Tuesday, Aug 25, 2015, 9:05am
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Source: Smithsonian
Posted on: Tuesday, Aug 25, 2015, 9:05am
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Researchers Explore Declining Bat Population In North America
As bat populations dwindle, a new effort is aimed at getting North America's bat researchers working on the same page.
As bat populations dwindle, a new effort is aimed at getting North America's bat researchers working on the same page.
Shock therapy and surgery saving California’s threatened condors
Electric shock training and surgery are starting to pay off for the teams fighting to save one of the world's largest birds
Electric shock training and surgery are starting to pay off for the teams fighting to save one of the world's largest birds
Ecology
Source: New Scientist
Posted on: Thursday, Aug 20, 2015, 8:50am
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Source: New Scientist
Posted on: Thursday, Aug 20, 2015, 8:50am
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DNA-testing dog poo: Spanish city on the scent of owners who don't pick up
Tarragona has threatened to use a DNA database of registered dogs to match droppings found on the street to dog owners Spain’s north-eastern city of Tarragona has threatened to use DNA analysis of dog droppings to track down owners who fail to clear up their pet’s mess.
Tarragona has threatened to use a DNA database of registered dogs to match droppings found on the street to dog owners Spain’s north-eastern city of Tarragona has threatened to use DNA analysis of dog droppings to track down owners who fail to clear up their pet’s mess.
Genetics
Source: TheGuardian
Posted on: Tuesday, Aug 18, 2015, 9:07am
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Source: TheGuardian
Posted on: Tuesday, Aug 18, 2015, 9:07am
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Octopus Genome Offers Insights Into One Of Ocean's Cleverest Oddballs
Octopuses are cool. They can regrow lost arms, change the color of their skin, and are surprisingly smart. Scientists who sequenced the first octopus genome say it's nearly as big as a person's.
Octopuses are cool. They can regrow lost arms, change the color of their skin, and are surprisingly smart. Scientists who sequenced the first octopus genome say it's nearly as big as a person's.
Birds’ love of cigarette butts in nests has two sides for chicks
Some city birds like lining their nests with cigarette stubs, cutting parasite numbers but also damaging chicks' DNA
Some city birds like lining their nests with cigarette stubs, cutting parasite numbers but also damaging chicks' DNA
Ecology
Source: New Scientist
Posted on: Thursday, Aug 13, 2015, 10:59am
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Source: New Scientist
Posted on: Thursday, Aug 13, 2015, 10:59am
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Hornless cattle will herald a gene-editing revolution on farms
Gene editing has created cattle that do not need painful horn removal. The same technique can spare other new breeds from suffering or culling
Gene editing has created cattle that do not need painful horn removal. The same technique can spare other new breeds from suffering or culling
Genetics
Source: New Scientist
Posted on: Thursday, Aug 13, 2015, 10:59am
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Source: New Scientist
Posted on: Thursday, Aug 13, 2015, 10:59am
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How Did Rare White Whale Spotted Off Australia Get That Way?
A fluke of genetics can produce animals with no pigment at all—albinos—or creatures that are mostly white.
A fluke of genetics can produce animals with no pigment at all—albinos—or creatures that are mostly white.
Genetics
Source: National Geographic News
Posted on: Wednesday, Aug 12, 2015, 9:46am
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Source: National Geographic News
Posted on: Wednesday, Aug 12, 2015, 9:46am
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Lions Thriving Again in Rwanda After Being Wiped Out 15 Years Ago
A pride of lions from South Africa introduced into the wild are doing well, a conservation group reports
A pride of lions from South Africa introduced into the wild are doing well, a conservation group reports
Ecology
Source: TIME Magazine
Posted on: Tuesday, Aug 11, 2015, 10:51am
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Source: TIME Magazine
Posted on: Tuesday, Aug 11, 2015, 10:51am
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New tadpole disease affecting frogs across globe, scientists find
LONDON (Reuters) - Tadpoles are contracting a new, highly infectious disease that may be threatening frog populations worldwide, British scientists have found.
LONDON (Reuters) - Tadpoles are contracting a new, highly infectious disease that may be threatening frog populations worldwide, British scientists have found.
Ecology
Source: Reuters
Posted on: Tuesday, Aug 11, 2015, 10:51am
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Source: Reuters
Posted on: Tuesday, Aug 11, 2015, 10:51am
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Giant snails are terrorizing Florida
Giant African snails - some as big as your foot - are destroying plants, damaging homes and reproducing exponentially
Giant African snails - some as big as your foot - are destroying plants, damaging homes and reproducing exponentially
Ecology
Source: CBSNews
Posted on: Thursday, Aug 06, 2015, 7:43am
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Source: CBSNews
Posted on: Thursday, Aug 06, 2015, 7:43am
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