White tigers today are only seen in zoos, but they belong in nature, say researchers reporting new evidence about what makes those tigers white. Their spectacular white coats are produced by a single change ...

Biology - Plants & Animals

May 23, 2013 5 / 5 (3) 0 |

Genomic analyses suggest that patterns of genetic diversity which indicate population movement may not be as ancient as previously believed, but may be attributable to recent events. This study published in BioMed Central's ...

Biology - Plants & Animals

May 20, 2013 4.3 / 5 (3) 0 |

(Phys.org) —India's tigers are facing extinction owing to a collapse in the variety of their mating partners, according to new research carried out by scientists at Cardiff University.

Biology - Ecology

May 16, 2013 not rated yet 3 |

(Phys.org) —Researchers in Britain have announced the development of a new strain of wheat that early reports suggest produce 30 percent greater yields than those currently in use.

Biology - Biotechnology

May 14, 2013 5 / 5 (9) 0 |

The number of bears roaming the Pyrenees remained stable at a minimum of 22 last year, thanks largely to the continued virility of Pyros, the undisputed daddy of the colony.

Biology - Ecology

May 12, 2013 5 / 5 (2) 0

Our ability to assess biological diversity, ecosystem health, ecological interactions, and a wide range of other important processes is largely dependent on accurately recognizing species. However, identifying ...

Biology - Plants & Animals

May 10, 2013 not rated yet 0

If you thought the only way to solve a puzzle was by looking at a picture of its end result as you go, guess again. Using an innovative approach to the study of genetic diversity, an international research ...

Biology - Biotechnology

Apr 29, 2013 4 / 5 (1) 0