Genetics
infectology
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A villain with many faces
Fighting dengue requires a combination of old and new strategies
By Maria Guimarães and Pablo Nogueira
Citriculture
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Boldness rewarded
The Xylella fastidiosa has reduced its presence in the orange trees of São Paulo
Nelore cattle
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Genes for lean meat
The variation in the DNA could have influence on the quality of the meat
By Redação
latex
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In search of more latex
Asian scientists are working on the genome of the seringuera
By Redação
sugarcane
The sugarcane networks
Gene activity patterns may help to produce new plant varieties
By Redação
Genetics
Healthy, but with mutations
Despite carrying mutations, individuals may not develop disease
By Redação
hair, eyebrows and beards
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The gray hair gene
Study establishes genetic variability and hair characteristics
By Redação
Cerrado
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Effect of rain on soil microbes
Soil microorganisms vary with season and the characteristics of the vegetation
By Redação
Wolman disease
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Transgenic chicken eggs target rare disease
Transgenic chicken will be used for combating a rare genetic disorder
By Redação
Memory
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The legend of an invisible monk
Gregor Mendel’s experiments with pea plants gave birth to genetics
Genetically modified salmon
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Genetically modified salmon for human consumption
FDA approved the first genetically modified animal for human consumption
By Redação
scientific research
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Butantan creates a zebrafish vivarium
Butantan creates a zebrafish vivarium
By Redação
Society
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Violence, fear and stigma
Researchers bring families separated by Hansen’s disease back together
budget
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New directions in Antarctica
United States changes the science strategy in Antarctica
By Redação
ZOOLOGY
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Dogs working in the forest
Dogs help identify deer habitat areas by tracking the scent of droppings
Molecular biology
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The mathematical structure of DNA
Equations show similarities between the genetic code and digital systems