May 2007

Sonja Prohaska- comparative genomics: structure and evolution of hox clusters

Joint LERN/CEE Seminar ‘Comparative genomics: structure and evolution of HOX clusters’ By Sonja Prohaska (Arizona State University & University of Leipzig) Abstract: The Hox gene clusters underly phenomena of maintenance and rearrangement of their genomic structure suggesting yet unexplored selective constraints and changes thereof during the course of evolution. Non-coding sequence evolution within Hox clusters shapes gene expression …

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Down House 2007

Down House is a Grade 1 Listed building owned by English Heritage. It was here that Darwin put many of his theories onto paper. It is now a museum, which can be visited by the public between February and December. The grounds around the house can also be visited and demonstrate an exceptionally complete and …

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