Genetics

Evolution

A parasite with multiple identities

A variety of Plasmodium vivax is different from African and Asian strains

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GENETICS

Copies that make a difference

The influence of retrocopies in the diversification of species and individuals

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Nelore cattle

Genes for lean meat

The variation in the DNA could have influence on the quality of the meat

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latex

In search of more latex

Asian scientists are working on the genome of the seringuera

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Cover

DNA of a champion?

Mutations in certain genes can make a difference in sports performance

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sugarcane

The sugarcane networks

Gene activity patterns may help to produce new plant varieties

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PALEONTOLOGY

In the water with the spinosaurs

Spinosaurs also lived in semiaquatic environments

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LEGISLATION

Changing expectations

Biodiversity Law creates new rules for researchers and companies

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Genetics

Healthy, but with mutations

Despite carrying mutations, individuals may not develop disease

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ZOOLOGY

The voyages of sea turtles

Genetics help delineate populations of endangered species

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hair, eyebrows and beards

The gray hair gene

Study establishes genetic variability and hair characteristics

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deforestation

Harpies lose diversity

Forest loss reduces genetic diversity of harpies

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Cerrado

Effect of rain on soil microbes

Soil microorganisms vary with season and the characteristics of the vegetation

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CAREERS

Desire to innovate

Biologist opened companies that produce stem cells and genetic tests

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GENETICS

A tool to edit DNA

A system to edit DNA raises ethical concerns

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Wolman disease

Transgenic chicken eggs target rare disease

Transgenic chicken will be used for combating a rare genetic disorder

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Memory

The legend of an invisible monk

Gregor Mendel’s experiments with pea plants gave birth to genetics

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Genetically modified salmon

Genetically modified salmon for human consumption

FDA approved the first genetically modified animal for human consumption

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COVER

New genetic findings

Genetic aspects of muscular dystrophy and rare diseases identified

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scientific research

Butantan creates a zebrafish vivarium

Butantan creates a zebrafish vivarium

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Society

Violence, fear and stigma

Researchers bring families separated by Hansen’s disease back together

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budget

New directions in Antarctica

United States changes the science strategy in Antarctica

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ZOOLOGY

Dogs working in the forest

Dogs help identify deer habitat areas by tracking the scent of droppings

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Molecular biology

The mathematical structure of DNA

Equations show similarities between the genetic code and digital systems

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GENETICS

The controversial conquest of the Americas

Analysis suggests that indigenous in Brazil carry the DNA from Oceania

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small mammals

Flying mousetraps

Pellets regurgitated by barn owls may help research

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GENOMICS

An orderly swarm

DNA sequencing of bees helps to decipher how these insects develop

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Cover

A villain with many faces

Fighting dengue requires a combination of strategies

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Microscope in your phone

Microscope in your phone

Smartphones can be used to scan DNA

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Profile

Following through on a decision

Biologist is scientific advisor in a company and in assistance organizations

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