Yeast cells do not regulate gene expression by RNAi, yet they do transcribe various non-coding RNAs. A new study shows that one of the key decisions in the yeast life cycle — entry into meiosis ...

PERENNIAL ryegrasses are also classified on the basis of whether they are diploids or tetraploids (Table 1), writes James Humphreys. These categories are given these names on the basis of ...

The development of androgenetic diploid embryos is initially retarded in relation to diploid control embryos (Figure 1). However, by the end of the first month, the androgenetic diploids achieve ...

Most organisms are diploids, meaning that they have two genome sets. Genome polyploidy is a major driver of species diversification and speciation. Polyploids are often cultivated as plant foods ...