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Epigenetic Mechanisms Underlying Developmental Plasticity in Horned Beetles
Joint Authors
Valena, Sophie
Moczek, Armin P.
Source
Genetics Research International
Issue
Vol. 2012, Issue 2012 (31 Dec. 2012), pp.1-14, 14 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2012-03-05
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
14
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
All developmental plasticity arises through epigenetic mechanisms.
In this paper we focus on the nature, origins, and consequences of these mechanisms with a focus on horned beetles, an emerging model system in evolutionary developmental genetics.
Specifically, we introduce the biological significance of developmental plasticity and summarize the most important facets of horned beetle biology.
We then compare and contrast the epigenetic regulation of plasticity in horned beetles to that of other organisms and discuss how epigenetic mechanisms have facilitated innovation and diversification within and among taxa.
We close by highlighting opportunities for future studies on the epigenetic regulation of plastic development in these and other organisms.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Valena, Sophie& Moczek, Armin P.. 2012. Epigenetic Mechanisms Underlying Developmental Plasticity in Horned Beetles. Genetics Research International،Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-14.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-482102
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Valena, Sophie& Moczek, Armin P.. Epigenetic Mechanisms Underlying Developmental Plasticity in Horned Beetles. Genetics Research International No. 2012 (2012), pp.1-14.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-482102
American Medical Association (AMA)
Valena, Sophie& Moczek, Armin P.. Epigenetic Mechanisms Underlying Developmental Plasticity in Horned Beetles. Genetics Research International. 2012. Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-14.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-482102
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-482102