Woodrats use ‘quantity over quality’ as a detox plan
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U biologists discover surprising answers for how the tiny rodent quickly evolved tolerance to a poisonous diet of creosote bushes.
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Darwin’s short-beak enigma solved
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A mutation in the ROR2 gene is linked to beak size reduction in numerous breeds of domestic pigeons. Surprisingly, mutations in ROR2 also underlie a human disorder called Robinow syndrome.
Read MoreWhy wait? New initiative gets students into the lab early
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In 2020, the College of Science will give hundreds of undergraduates the opportunity to contribute to real research projects the year that they step onto campus.
Read MoreTHE GENE BENEATH MY WING…PATTERNS
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U researchers discover the gene that drives diverse patterns on pigeon wings has unexpected links to human blindness.
Read More2016 PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARS
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Award celebrates exceptional mid-career faculty and provides funding for their work.
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