Genetic Theory

Each gene encodes instructions for proteins but genes can be turned on or off and non-genetic or epigenetic factors influence what genes can or cannot do.

Oct 24, 2011 – Donald Reinhardt

Digging deeply into Earth's family tree exposes hidden microbial roots.

Apr 22, 2011 – Marcia Stone

In the late 1860s and early 1870s Francis Galton undertook experiments on rabbits to test Charles Darwin's theory of heredity called "pangenesis".

Mar 29, 2011 – Mark Ulett

Learn how new developments in embryology and genetics could potentially resurrect certain dinosaurs. Also find out about genome sequencing of a cave bear.

Dec 23, 2010 – Rogers Feng

Codivergence occurs when two or more different but closely associated species evolve together. Parasites and their hosts often codiverge.

Jul 2, 2010 – Rosemary Drisdelle