Biology

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Taxonomic information and small photograph.

General information and classification.

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Description and several illustrations of this evergreen tree, with information on its herbal properties, uses in tribal and herbal medicine, the chemicals it contains, its biological activities and clinical research.

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Characteristics of the genus and detailed description of the Maidenhair Fern, Adiantum capillus-veneris, with photographs.

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Includes several images of the Male-fern.

Microscopic image showing section of sorus with sporangia.

Species list from Manual de Flora de Costa Rica with hyperlinks to specimen data.

Photograph and information on this fern.

A world list of the species in the genus Alsophila.

Description and photographic images.

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Species list for "Manual de Flora de Costa Rica" with links to specimen data.

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Species list from Manual de Flora de Costa Rica with hyperlinks to specimen data.

Collection record, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Conservatory and Gardens, University of Connecticut. Syn. Drynaria meeboldii Rosenst.

Generic description and key to species in Papuasia.

Description and two photographs of this fern.

As Polypodium aureum, Collection record, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Conservatory and Gardens, University of Connecticut.

Habit image of laua'e, maile-scented fern, wart fern from Hawaii.

Generic description and key to the species of this aquatic fern that are found in Papuasia.

World species list.

World species list.

Their value as animal feed.

An interactive database for displaying gene expression patterns, in particular P[GAL4] patterns in the fly brain.

A research community initiative for functional and medical annotation of this chromosome. Toronto Centre for Applied Genomics.

Development information for the clinical use of gene therapy for children with severe illnesses.

Provides education, resources and a voice for the medical genetics profession. Includes history, activities, and related links.

Conduct and facilitate research on the genetic and environmental bases of individual differences in behavior. Includes information on the faculty, training, news, and research.

Genetic studies have helped scientists identify the region of East Africa from where it is believed modern humans came.

Genetics and Human Migration Patterns

Offer high-throughput SNP genotyping, DNA sequencing , and informatics services. Includes Data, publications, research methods, laboratory information, and educational resources.

Promote the profession as a recognized part of health care delivery, education, research and public policy. Includes a searchable database of counselors.

Establish minimum standards of practice and encourage professional growth. Includes certification, training, jobs, and conferences. Many documents use the PDF file format.

European project to harmonize genetic testing across Europe. Provides information for medical professionals, laboratories, students, industry, patients and families.

Arabidopsis thaliana is used widely in experiments on plants because it short-lived, grows very quickly, is small in physical size and has a relatively small genome. Project at the Genome Center at Washington University, USA.

Article about the golden orb weaver, otherwise known as the black-and-yellow argiope, golden garden spider or golden writing spider.

Information from Wikipedia on these spiders in the genus Latrodectus, renowned for their venom.

Photographs of this insect and information on its habitat, life cycle and description.

Photograph and information on this parasite, its habitat, life cycle, description and control.

Article by Louise Kulzer about water striders and their behavioral quirks.

Photographs and information from ARKive including classification, status, description, range, habitat, biology, threats and conservation.