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It lives about 8-9 months as an embryo, and has a post-hatching lifespan of just 4-5 months. As far as the scientists know, this is unique among land vertebrates. It may help researchers better understand how ecological and hormonal factors influence evolution. picked by 2manyusernames 5 months ago tags chameleon lifespan embryo Furcifer labordi Madagascar |
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Passengers complaining about delays should spare a thought for a Japanese tourist who has spent almost three months in the Mexico City airport. picked by AutumnLotus 2 weeks ago 0 comments edit related share plime.com |
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Scientists have discovered that it spends several months of every year out of the water and living inside trees. Hidden away inside rotten branches and trunks, the remarkable creatures temporarily alter their biological makeup so they can breathe air. picked by AutumnLotus 1 year ago 8 comments edit related share plime.com |
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For the first time in the world scientists have succeeded in developing human embryonic stem cells (hESCs) from a single cell, or blastomere, of a 4-cell stage embryo. This means it might be possible in the future to produce hESC lines at an earlier stage without destroying the embryo. picked by AutumnLotus 5 months ago 0 comments edit related share science |
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The elixir of youth may ultimately be hidden in a poorly-understood gene that not only fosters longevity but enhances quality of life, according to a landmark study released Wednesday. picked by AutumnLotus 2 years ago 0 comments edit related share science |
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