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developmental biology

How tiny frogs change their muscles to jump from water to land

June 16, 2026

Microhyla fissipes starts life as a tadpole swimming in water with a long tail for movement. When it transforms into an adult frog, its tail disappears and strong hind legs take over for jumping on land. Scientists wanted to understand how this tiny frog rebuilds its muscles during this big change. ...

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From Cells to Art: The Life of a Stem‑Cell Trailblazer

April 11, 2026

A scientist named Gail Martin made big changes in biology. She studied how cells grow and change, especially the early stages of life. Her work helped scientists learn more about stem cells, which can become many different types of body cells. Gail taught at a university in California for many year

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The Fruit Fly Scientist Who Unraveled Kidney Mysteries

May 15, 2025

The world of developmental biology is buzzing with excitement. A renowned scientist, Helen Skaer, has made waves in her field. She is known for her groundbreaking work on the development of the renal system. Her research focuses on the humble fruit fly, Drosophila. This tiny insect has been a ke

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Unlocking Cell Secrets: Tracking Endoderm Development in Zebrafish

March 21, 2025

Understanding how cells develop and change over time is a big deal in biology. It helps scientists see and understand the complex ways cells behave during the early stages of life. Usually, tracking cells relies on stable signals and strong promoters, which can be limiting for long-term studies. How

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One of the Minds behind The 100 Years Celebration

February 5, 2025

Cambridge University's very own Sarah Bray leads the way in developmental biology and neuroscience. Right now, she's the brain behind the scenes of Britain's Technical Science Organization. At the age of 35, Sarah started working with different biological research organizations and has never looked