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A Random Influx of DNA from a Virus Helped Vertebrates Become So Stunningly Successful

Evolution can also happen abruptly through genetic modifications, such as the introduction of myelin by a virus in vertebrate DNA.
Myelin plays a significant role in the development of cognitive abilities and speed in information transmission in vertebrates, setting them apart from invertebrates. [ more ]
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6 months ago
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Climate Change is Disrupting Animals' Brains. Here's How

Climate change is impacting animal species by altering their living environments.
Animal nervous systems play a central role in how animals respond to changing climates.
Changing temperatures affect the energy balance of ecosystems and challenge animals' senses. [ more ]
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6 months ago
OMG science

Climate Change is Disrupting Animals' Brains. Here's How

Climate change is impacting animal species by altering their living environments.
Animal nervous systems play a central role in how animals respond to changing climates.
Changing temperatures affect the energy balance of ecosystems and challenge animals' senses. [ more ]
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