Even though we are all special, some of us are born with even more genetic diversity. Multiple-color eyes, unique birthmarks, albinism, and vitiligo are all due to genetic mutations.
Even though we are all special, some of us are born with even more genetic diversity. Multiple-color eyes, unique birthmarks, albinism, and vitiligo are all due to genetic mutations.
When you receive genetic gifts you never asked for.
When you receive genetic gifts you never asked for.
Despite the challenges these people face, they choose to live their lives with a positive attitude. And that's something to be celebrated.
Despite the challenges these people face, they choose to live their lives with a positive attitude. And that's something to be celebrated.
The gene lottery is a tricky business.
The gene lottery is a tricky business.
Inherited traits are passed down through an animal's genetic code which is found in the animal's DNA—a long molecule that is present in every cell in the body. The DNA contains thousands of genes. A gene is a specific DNA sequence...
Inherited traits are passed down through an animal's genetic code which is found in the animal's DNA—a long molecule that is present in every cell in the body. The DNA contains...
Being born is a lot like rolling up a character in an RPG, but instead of magical powers, we tend to get muggle-worthy stuff like uncle Roger’s elaborate eyelashes and great-grandma Betsy’s charming smile.
Being born is a lot like rolling up a character in an RPG, but instead of magical powers, we tend to get muggle-worthy stuff like uncle Roger’s elaborate eyelashes and great-grandma...
Ulric Collette's work asks the essential questions about our own identity. Who are we? Where do we come from? How much do members of the same family resemble each other, and how do they differ? What is the role of genetics in the physical appearance...
Ulric Collette's work asks the essential questions about our own identity. Who are we? Where do we come from? How much do members of the same family resemble each other, and how do they...
Today, on the birthday of Charles Darwin, we celebrate Darwin Day, to promote science and highlight his contributions to the field. Darwin is best known for his groundbreaking book, “On The Origin Of Species,” published in 1859, that convincingly argued the...
Today, on the birthday of Charles Darwin, we celebrate Darwin Day, to promote science and highlight his contributions to the field. Darwin is best known for his groundbreaking book, “On The...