Month: June 2012
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The Mammalian Methylome: Investigating how cells regulate gene expression in the brain
In developing humans and other mammals, not all genes are created equal – or equally used. The expression of certain genes, known as imprinted genes, is determined by just one […]
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A whale of a discovery: New sensory organ found in rorqual whales
May 23, 2012 – Scientists at the University of British Columbia and the Smithsonian Institution have discovered a sensory organ in rorqual whales that coordinates its signature lunge-feeding behaviour – […]
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Scientists start explaining Fat Bastard’s vicious cycle
May 24, 2012 -Fat Bastard’s revelation “I eat because I’m depressed and I’m depressed because I eat” in the Austin Powers film series may be explained by sophisticated neuroscience research […]