This important study presents compelling observational data supporting a role for transcription and polysome accumulation in the separation of newly replicated bacterial chromosomes. The study is ...

One such mechanism is polyploidy, where organisms carry extra copies of their genomes. While polyploidy provides genetic redundancy by allowing mutations without affecting survival, it can also ...

Feb. 5, 2025 — With bloated bellies and hairy legs, female flies try to look bigger to get food from courting mates. But male flies, in turn, have sharpened their eyesight to call their bluff. A ...

The short-term effects of alcohol depend on multiple factors. It can also be difficult for the body to process, putting extra pressure on the liver, the digestive system, the cardiovascular system ...

Polyploidy is the presence in cells of more than a single pair of each chromosome. Polyploidy can be the result of a spontaneous multiplication of a plants genetic material or through ...

Common Side Effects follows Marshall and Frances, who were lab partners in high school and now share a secret: Marshall has “discovered the world’s greatest medicine, a mushroom that can heal ...

Like many other drugs, fluoxetine can cause side effects, such as headache and insomnia. Fluoxetine oral capsule is available as the brand-name drug Prozac. Fluoxetine also comes in an oral ...

The study of genome evolution involves multiple fields including structural analysis of the genome, genomic parasites, gene and ancient genome duplications, polyploidy, and comparative genomics.

Urge your mayor to take action on climate change by joining the Earth Hour City Challenge! To avoid the worst effects of climate change, we need to dramatically reduce global carbon emissions. But we ...

Chemo is a lifesaving treatment, but it also causes side effects in all of the body’s systems. After receiving a cancer diagnosis, your first reaction may be to ask your doctor about ...

Hormonal birth control pills can cause mild side effects such as acne, bloating, and spotting. In rare instances, they may increase your risk of more serious health issues, like blood clots.