Phenotype plasticity is when an organism changes its trait expressions or physical characteristics, or those of its offspring, due to external factors. These changes are non-genetic in nature. A new study from The University of Texas at Arlington biologists examining non-genetic changes in water flea development suggests something human parents have known for years - ensuring a future generations' success often means sacrifice.Matthew Walsh, an assistant professor ...Thursday 13 November 2014
Non-genetic Changes can Help Parents or Offspring, Not Both
Phenotype plasticity is when an organism changes its trait expressions or physical characteristics, or those of its offspring, due to external factors. These changes are non-genetic in nature. A new study from The University of Texas at Arlington biologists examining non-genetic changes in water flea development suggests something human parents have known for years - ensuring a future generations' success often means sacrifice.Matthew Walsh, an assistant professor ...
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