There are a number of really useful bioinformatics tools freely available on the Internet. While many commercial products exist that may be more complete or provide extra tools, they are often expensive and do not justify the cost with their…
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On biological determinism and genetic inheritance there are a number of ways to approach the topic. Most often the matter is addressed empirically. The idea is of one’s being entirely vested in physicality. There is no criticism in that approach,…
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Covalent bonding is basically when atoms share pairs of electrons in order to gain greater stability. It is regarded as a balance of attractive and repulsive forces and can result in the development of an outer shell by atoms within…
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Serial analysis of gene expression (SAGE) SAGE is based on the principle that every gene can be identified by a unique tag located near the 3′-end of its mRNA. As there are 4 nitrogen bases A, T, G and C,…
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Bioinformatics is an area of molecular biology that involves the use of information technology to support the work in the area. One significant area is that of databases, for the storing and manipulation of the biological data. Other areas include…
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Chemical bonds are how atoms connect to other atoms, forming matter. These bonds are created when valence electrons – electrons in the outer shell of an atom – interact. Electrons repel one another, but are attracted to the protons in…
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Did you know that scientists believe that cloning causes a high rate in deformity, disability, and death? Cloning people is very wrong because it’s immoral, dangerous, and would be very expensive. One of the main problems people have with cloning…
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Spring is coming and we will soon become a temporary home to umpteen species of wild bird migrants, flying in from across the world, and yes, some of them may be carrying avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu. Over…
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GENETIC ENGINEERING AND THE NEED FOR A NEW SCIENCE: PROGNOSTIC MUTAGENICS. Genetic engineering is the biggest scientific breakthrough since the invention of fire. The living machine of DNA is finally something we can use. Production capacity which dwarfs the industrial…
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Most people blanch at even the thought of maggots, because of their association with decaying vegetation, flesh or manure. However, maggots certainly have their uses. They can be used to clean wounds, but one of the most amazing advantages that…
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