Feathers are complex skin structures, and their evolutionary beginnings are still a subject of scientific debate. Scientific ...

Since then, however, many investigators have unearthed molecular evidence that the genes involved in odontogenesis (tooth development) are indeed retained in chickens. A primary step in reaching ...

Studying how neural crest cells journey through the embryo, this Caltech developmental biologist has revealed how they form major cell types, including peripheral neurons, bone, and smooth muscle. In ...

A recent study reveals that nanoplastics can accumulate in developing hearts, shedding new light on the potential health risks posed by these tiny plastic particles. The research, focusing on ...