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A peroxidase related to the mammalian antimicrobial protein myeloperoxidase in the Euprymna-Vibrio mutualism
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Abstract: This Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences scholarly article provides evidence for the enhanced production of an enzyme in the symbiotic organ of the squid Euprymna scolopes, which harbors a culture of the luminous bacterium Vibrio fischeri. Data presented suggest that related biochemical mechanisms ... More »
Action Bioscience
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Abstract: offers scientific articles and lessons. Topics include the value of a garden, plant genebanks, bacteria (friend or foe?), biodiversity, real-life aliens (introduced species), apes, ecosystems, global warming, forest canopies, deforestation, water, genetic research, biotechnology, genetically modified ... More »
Animal Behavior, Fall 2001
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Abstract: This course will sample the broad diversity of animal behavior and the behavioral adaptation of animals to the environments in which they live. This will include discussion of both field observations and controlled laboratory experiments. Particular emphasis will be placed on the comparison of behavior ... More »
Archaeal genomics: Do archaea have a mixed heritage?
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Abstract: This publication addresses the phylogenetic lineage of the Archaeal domain members, which include hyperthermophilic and halophilic organisms.
Astrobiology: Exploring the Origins, Evolution, and Distribution of Life in the Universe
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Abstract: This 26-page review article introduces the field of astrobiology and addresses novel differences between astrobiology and previous efforts in exobiology. Topics include: recent discoveries create a mandate; key components of the discipline; life in the universe, the basic issues (featuring the Drake ... More »
Astrobiology Roadmap
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Abstract: This NASA Astrobiology Roadmap outlines multiple pathways for research and exploration and indicates how they might be prioritized and coordinated. The roadmap embodies the efforts of more than 200 scientists and technologists. It describes the basic principles of the astrobiology program and lists three ... More »
Avida-ED
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Abstract: Avida-ED allows users to design and perform experiments to test hypotheses about evolutionary mechanisms using evolving digital organisms. Avida-ED is an NSF-funded project to develop a digital evolution educational software platform for use in biology courses. The co-PIs on the project are Charles Ofria, ... More »
Bacteria at Hydrothermal Vents
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Abstract: This website provides information on thermophiles living in deep-sea vents, including their importance in biotechnology and extraterrestrial life research. The site also contains images of thermophiles at varying scales and a link to the "Hot Topics" main page including numerous links to further information ... More »
Bacteria I: Aquifex/Hydrogenobacter Group, Thermotoga Group, Green Non-Sulfur Bacteria (Chloroflexus Group), & Deinococcus Group
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Abstract: This site features a lecture from a Microbial Diversity course at Bard College. Topics addressed include an introduction to phylogeny, Aquifex/Hydrogenobacter, Thermotoga/Thermosipho, Green non-sulfur bacteria, and Deinococcus/Thermus.
Bacteria: Ya Can't Live Without Um!
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Abstract: This image-rich BioMedia article features a micro-naturalist's observations of bacteria. It discusses the importance of bacteria to the biosphere and examines their role in decomposition, photosynthesis, and respiration. It traces bacteria through the evolution of life and introduces the formation of ... More »
Bioluminescence
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Abstract: This informational webpage discusses bioluminescence, the emission of light from biochemical reactions that occur within a living organism. It provides an image-rich description of the phenomena, its distribution (phyletic, anatomic, and geographic), the physics and functions of bioluminescence, the ... More »
BIRDD: Beagle Investigations Return with Darwinian Data
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Abstract: BIRDD is a rich collection of primary scientific data and supporting materials about the Gal·pagos Islands and Darwin's finches.
Blaxter Lab Neglected Genomics
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Abstract: This website features the University of Edinburgh's Blaxter Lab for Neglected Genomics. The site serves as a jumping point to various aspect of the lab, including people, research, useful links, BLAST server, teaching pages, PartiGen, and the University of Edinburgh. It also features links to the nematode ... More »
Coral Reef Connections
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Abstract: Dive in and explore what makes this beautiful world so fragile. In this Evolution Web feature, discover how coevolution has shaped the ecological relationships among reef creatures.
Crucial crises in biology: life in the deep biosphere
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Abstract: This review article summarizes the three turning points in time that were crucial to evolution: biopoiesis (origin of life), ecopoiesis (origin of ecosystems), and eukaryopoiesis (origin of eukaryotic cells). The article also reviews life in the deep biosphere, the contributions of Vernadsky and Lovelock, ... More »
Current Research: DNA Barcode Synopsis
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Abstract: Is it possible to identify species using a standard piece of DNA? Liza Gross summarizes original research published by PLoS Biology that investigates this question.
CyanoBase
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Abstract: This information database provides an easy way of accessing the sequences and all-inclusive annotation data on the structures of the cyanobacterial genomes. Cyanobacteria carry a complete set of genes for oxygenic photosynthesis, and are believed to be the ancient ancestors of chloroplast. Maintained ... More »
Darwin and Design, Fall 2003
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Abstract: In Origin of Species, Darwin provided a model for understanding the existence of objects and systems manifesting evidence of design without positing a designer, and of purpose and mechanism without intelligent agency. Texts deal with pre-Darwinian and later treatment of this topic within literature and ... More »
Darwin and later Fall 2007
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Abstract: Darwin and later. From Bio 1B: General Biology - Fall 2007. General introduction to plant development, form, and function; population genetics, ecology, and evolution. Intended for students majoring in the biological sciences, but open to all qualified students.
Developmental Biology, Fall 2005
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Abstract: The principles involved in morphogenesis and the determination of complex cellular patterns are examined using examples from animal systems in which the tools of genetics, molecular biology and cell biology have been applied to reveal mechanism. This graduate and advanced undergraduate level lecture ... More »