#genetic-mutation

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fromMail Online
2 months ago

Plague of 'mutating' super rats are taking over Sydney

Black rats in Australia have developed a genetic mutation increasing their resistance to commonly used rodenticides.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Catch of the day: rare gold lobster saved by attentive cook in Rhode Island

A rare gold lobster was saved from being cooked at a New England restaurant thanks to a vigilant cook.
fromNature
3 months ago

Black Death bacterium has become less lethal after genetic tweak

A genetic change in Yersinia pestis makes it less fatal but possibly more transmissible, altering its impact on disease spread.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Scientists solve the mystery of ginger cats helped by hundreds of cat owners

Research identifies genetic mutation responsible for orange fur in cats, solving a long-standing mystery.
fromArs Technica
3 months ago

A dangerous E. coli strain has emerged; a small mutation may explain its rise

The role of the single base pair mutation in this strain's colonization and survival on leafy vegetables could yield valuable insights.
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