An epigenetic trap (the prequel)
See also: An epigenetic trap (the sequel) Excerpt: “Support for the link from one epigenetic trap to cell type differentiation was included in the molecular […]
olfactory receptor genes
Imagining that data historically supports evolutionary theory
1) Arguments in the evo-devo debate: say it with flowers! Abstract excerpt: A key question in evolutionary developmental biology is how DNA sequence changes have […]
Mute points: most are afraid to mention them
In discussion of anthropic theory and the fact that fundamental physical constraints underlie our life-enabling universe, Andrew Jones wrote: “Pathogenicity of E. coli 0157 has […]
Conserved molecular mechanisms
In RNA-mediated events: chromosomal rearrangements and genomic rearrangements, I wrote: John Hewitt is the only science journalist I know who may have the knowledge required […]
Eliminating correlations from evolutionary ecology
De novo creation of olfactory receptor genes clearly links food odors via amino acid substitutions to cell type differentiation in mosquitoes, and in nematodes, flies, […]
RNA-mediated species specificity
Species-Specific Scientists uncover striking differences between mouse and human gene expression across a variety of tissues. By Jyoti Madhusoodanan | November 17, 2014 Excerpt: “…results […]
Ecological adaptations reported as evolution in insects and mammals
Evolution of mosquito preference for humans linked to an odorant receptor Excerpt: “Our results also provide insight into the molecular basis of behavioural evolution.” See […]
Quantum consciousness: seeing the light
Quantum and Consciousness Often Mean Nonsense “Lots of things are mysterious. That doesn’t mean they’re connected.” By Matthew R. Francis MAY 29, 2014 My comment: Single-residue insertion switches the quaternary structure and […]
Genes and Race: Human History?
Roundup of Book Reviews of Nicholas Wade’s A Troublesome Inheritance My comment: Many reviewers of Wade’s book on genes and race appear to think he has […]
Creation of genes enables ecological adaptations
NY Times Science The Continuing Evolution of Genes By CARL ZIMMER APRIL 28, 2014 Excerpt: ” As genes duplicate over millions of years, they can grow into so-called […]