Thursday, November 24, 2011

ScienceDaily: Biotechnology News

ScienceDaily: Biotechnology News


First dogs came from East Asia, genetic study confirms

Posted: 23 Nov 2011 10:29 AM PST

Researchers say they have found further proof that the wolf ancestors of today's domesticated dogs can be traced to southern East Asia -- findings that run counter to theories placing the cradle of the canine line in the Middle East.

DNA system developed to identify and authenticate plant species

Posted: 23 Nov 2011 10:29 AM PST

Biologists have developed a method which can detect the use of illegal or counterfeit plants in medicine and could also be used to boost conservation by identifying and monitoring the exploitation of endangered plant species.

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