Introduction to Genetics, Case Study 2: Lethal white and frame overo
How is a pretty white patch on a horse’s side linked to a deadly genetic condition? Discover the sinister side of the allele responsible for frame overo.
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Introduction to Genetics, Case Study 1: Tortoiseshell cat colour
Are you female? If so, you are a mosaic of X chromosomes! Learn how tortoiseshell cats reveal the fascinating phenomenon of X-inactivation.
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Introduction to Genetics 6: Inheritance and variation
How are genes shuffled together in sexual reproduction? Evolution produced a more intricate process than simply mixing everything up!
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Introduction to Genetics 5: Backup copies and chromosome pairs
Small changes to a single gene can mean the difference between life and death. It is a good job we have backup copies!
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Introduction to Genetics 4: From recipes to organisms
Why haven’t we found a single gene for intelligence? The relationship between genes, proteins and ponies is exciting and complex!
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When and why do stallions kill foals?
Though disturbing to us, infanticide is fairly commonplace across many species. When and why does this shocking behaviour occur in horses? And does it serve a purpose?
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In-depth Genetics: What determines a horse’s colour?
Ever wonder what makes a horse a particular colour? Find out about the biological underpinnings of the basic coat colours: bay/brown, black and chestnut.
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