The characteristics of an organism emerge through complex interactions of its genetic make-up and the effects of the environment. This article discusses this terminological distinction in genetics - ...

Any organism is a by-product of both its genetic makeup and the environment. To understand this in detail, we must first appreciate some basic genetic vocabulary and concepts. Here, we provide ...

Bacteria living on and in leaves and roots influence many aspects of plant health, so the extent of a plant’s genetic control over its microbiota is of great interest to crop breeders and evolutionary ...

Genotype "AC" is all about your blood and how it carries oxygen around your body. The "A" part is the normal type of haemoglobin, which does the job just fine. The "C" part is a bit different—it's a ...

Genotype-phenotype models (GPM) of crops represent a significant advancement in understanding the intricate relationship between genetic information and physiological processes in plants. These models ...

Individuals with chronic, untreated hepatitis C virus infection may be at greater risk for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, ...