We’ve had some suprisingly calm days recently. Most unusual for the time of year. Perfect photography weather – that’s a heron on the shoreline by the fence. It’s blimmin’ cold, though. A quick chat with ‘Bert, who was by himself and I have no idea why, and I took the dogs for a walk at […]
New finding in roundworms upends classical thinking about animal cell differentiation
Researchers have spotted how specific proteins within the chromosomes of roundworms enable their offspring to produce specialized cells generations later, a startling finding that upends classical thinking that hereditary information for cell differentiation is mostly ingrained within DNA and other genetic factors. The Johns Hopkins University team reports for the first time the mechanisms by […]
Taking 30 Seconds to Take a Video of a Shelter Dog Might Be The Key to Finding Him a Home
Before video took over social media, the only frame of reference people had for a dog’s personality was static images or words. Of course, those convey powerful messages, but the right video can make someone feel like they are actually with the dog, not just watching the dog. That feeling is even more powerful if […]