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Drosophila Fushi Tarazu : A segmentation gene with ancient Hox function

By | May 6, 2021

Evolution is not always about inventing new proteins but using the same old proteins in different ways to attain a new function and thereby modifying the body plan, leading to the development of new species. Drosophila fushi tarazu serves as a great example for evolution in action and this was demonstrated by Ulrike Lohr lab… Read More »