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Scientists published a full genetic sequence of the genes that make some white campions male, and hope their work could ...

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Earth systems models are an important tool for studying complex processes occurring around the planet, such as those in and between the atmosphere and biosphere, and they help researchers and ...

CSHL Professors Thomas Gingeras and Rob Martienssen have launched a new genomic encyclopedia called MaizeCODE. Their latest ...

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Biologists have uncovered a surprising connection between the way plants grow and how they defend themselves against ...

The University of Wyoming Extension welcomes four new specialists in the Department of Plant Sciences. With experience in education, nonprofit organizations and extension, the new faculty will support ...

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