DNA Testing for Dogs using DNA Testing Kits
You are the proud owner of a new dog, but want to know more about it. DNA testing for dogs can provide important information about the new animals in …
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Famous Scientists in Genetics: William Bateson
This article summarizes the career of William Bateson, one of the most famous scientists in genetics. In fact he was the person who coined the term …
Continue ReadingThe Genetics of Hair Colour and the Genetics of Facial Characteristics
Red hair, brown eyes, bulbous nose or cheek dimples, why do we look the way we do? Science is starting to come up with some of the answers by looking …
Continue ReadingA Look at the Causes of West Nile Virus and its Symptoms
The West Nile virus was first documented in the West Nile province of Sudan, Africa. Since then, there have reports of infection from Middle East, …
Continue ReadingControl of Gene Expression: A Look at Gene Expression and the Regulation of Genes
Did you know that not all pages from the genetic Book of Life need to be read at all times? While the Book of Life carries all information for life, …
Continue ReadingFrom What Place did the Ebola Virus Get Its Name? And How it Causes Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever
Ebola virus is one of the most deadly disease-causing agents in the world, proving fatal in most, but not all cases. There are five distinct species …
Continue ReadingWhat is DNA Replication and What Happens During DNA Replication?
The answer is essential to understanding the basic rules of genetics. An understanding of the process of DNA replication can help you gain basic …
Continue ReadingWhat are Digestive Enzymes and How do they Work? An Overview of Human Digestive Enzymes
Digestive enzymes are responsible for helping the body break down foods. These enzymes reside principally in three parts of our bodies: the oral …
Continue ReadingWhat Is the Function and Structure of Mitochondria?
Mitochondria are the power plants of the cell. The function of the mitochondria is to provide the chemical energy necessary to carry out the various …
Continue ReadingNucleotides in a DNA Structure: The Difference Between Nucleotides and Nucleosides
They’re almost spelt the same, nearly sound the same and are key components of the DNA structure. Both are needed to create and replenish …
Continue ReadingThe Genetics of Limb Girdle Muscular Dystrophy
Limb girdle muscular dystrophy (LGMD) is a genetic condition, and the term encompasses several types of this progressive muscle weakening disorder. …
Continue ReadingWhat is Human Papilloma Virus? A Look at the Life Cycle of the Human Papilloma Virus
The human papilloma virus is a commonly occurring virus that infects humans. It can exist and replicate only in the epithelial surface of the skin. …
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