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Co-mimic pairs from the species Heliconius erato (odd columns) and Heliconius melpomene (even column) sorted by greatest similarity from top left to bottom right
Image of the Day: ButterflyNet
Scientists used machine learning to analyze the coevolution of physical traits in butterflies.
Image of the Day: ButterflyNet
Image of the Day: ButterflyNet

Scientists used machine learning to analyze the coevolution of physical traits in butterflies.

Scientists used machine learning to analyze the coevolution of physical traits in butterflies.

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Manipulating the human microbiome has ethical implications.
Wolbachia Boost Stem Cell Production
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The widespread bacteria known to manipulate host reproductive output can do so by ramping up stem cell division and consequent egg production in Drosophila.
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