Highly valued economically, ecologically and culturally, the white oak (Quercus alba) is a keystone forest species and is one ...

Scientists discover genetic differences in Chernobyl dogs and explain how radiation and toxins influence their evolution and ...

The Plant and Animal Genomics conference recently held in San Diego showcased the ways that rapidly advancing technologies can be used in the crop and livestock sectors ...

Gene editing technologies have revolutionized the field of genetics, allowing researchers to make targeted changes to the DNA of various animal and plant nuclei, animal mitochondria, plant ...

Global warming is producing a rapid loss of plant species -- according to estimates, roughly 600 plant species have died out since 1750 -- twice the number of animal species lost. But which species ...