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Variations of a single gene drive diverse pigeon feather patterns
Biologists have discovered that different versions of a single gene, called NDP (Norrie Disease Protein), have…
Who made the error? The brain distinguishes causes of errors to perform adaptation
Scientists examined positions to detect motor and target errors and whether error signals from these positions…
How does the sun’s rotational cycle influence lightning activity on earth?
A collaborative research team has taken the first steps to understanding how the sun's rotational cycle…
Impact of temperature on mitochondrial DNA evolution
A new study provides evidence towards selection in mtDNA due to variations in temperature.
The depths of the ocean and gut flora unravel the mystery of microbial genes
Surprisingly, the functions of a huge number of microbial genes are still unknown. This knowledge gap…
World’s largest study on allergic rhinitis reveals new risk genes
Scientists have presented the largest study so far on allergic rhinitis. The data of nearly 900,000…
‘Invisible’ stool blood linked to heightened risk of death from all causes
'Invisible' blood detected in the stools is linked to a heightened risk of death from all…
Effective diagnosis of persistent facial pain will benefit patients and save money
Patients with persistent facial pain are costing the economy more than £3,000 each per year, new…
Key social reward circuit in the brain impaired in kids with autism
Children with autism have structural and functional abnormalities in the brain circuit that normally makes social…