Genetic sequencing articles

  • How Shōgun's mesmerizing action sequences were made

    FX’s Shōgun is mesmerizing for multiple reasons. The feudal Japan-set drama boasts phenomenal performances, direction, and production design, with masterful stunts adding to the authentically crafted world of the show. The political chess games played by Lord Yoshii Toranaga (Hiroyuki Sanada), his allies, and his foes just wouldn’t hit the same if their fights and skilled movements weren’t engaging and accurate to the era. And that’s largely thanks to Shōgun’s stunt choreographer, Lauro David...
  • Genetic underpinnings of environmental stress identified in model plant

    Plants can be temperamental. Even weeds along the side of highways or pushing their way up in the cracks of concrete sidewalks can get stressed out by dehydration, cold, excess salt and more. Researchers at Hiroshima University have identified 14 genes that thale cress—a plant commonly used in genetic investigations since its genome is well documented—express more when responding to five specific stressors, as well as eight genes that the plant suppresses.
  • “Dance Sequence” claims the “Neil Gwynn Stakes” title today

    The undefeated filly “Dance Sequence”, with the “Godolphin” logo and under the supervision of trainer Charlie Appleby, seeks to win the title of the “Neil Gwynn Stakes” race, designated for third category “Group 3” horses, over a distance of 1,400 meters on grass, which is taking place today on the ancient British “Newmarket” track. The […]