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Natural Selection

In the mid 19th century, Charles Darwin (1809 - 1882), formulated the scientific theory of evolution by natural selection, published in his book "On the origin of species" in 1859. Darwin's idea were inspired by the observations that he had made during a sea voyage in...

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Natural Selection: An Overview

In the mid 19th century, Charles Darwin (1809 - 1882), formulated the scientific theory of evolution by natural selection, published in his book "On the origin of species" in 1859. Darwin's idea were inspired by the observations that he had made during a sea voyage in...

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Natural Selection

Introduction In the mid 19th century, Charles Darwin (1809 - 1882), formulated the scientific theory of evolution by natural selection, published in his book "On the origin of species" in 1859. Darwin's idea were inspired by the observations that he had made during a...

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Chromosomal Mutations

The process that produces an alteration in DNA or chromosome's structure or number is known as mutation. The term 'mutation' was coined by Hugo Marie de Vries in 1901. Any agent that cause mutation or increase the rate of mutation is known as mutagen. Chromosomal...

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Chromosome Abnormality: Down Syndrome

A chromosome abnormality or a chromosomal disorder is a missing or irregular or extra portion of chromosomal DNA. usually occur when there is an error in cell division following meiosis or mitosis. are generally not inherited but occur as random events during the...

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The Human Genome Project

The genome is the ultimate source of information about an organism. Advances in genetic engineering techniques made it possible for the scientists to isolate and clone DNA pieces and determine nucleotide sequences of these genome. After the development of practical...

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