First sequencing of tuatara genome opens vault to evolutionary secrets
Thursday 6 August 2020 9:29am
The University of Otago is a leading institution in Australasia in the field of evolutionary biology. We are recognised internationally for excellence in molecular evolution.
We seek to answer:
Using genomics and bioinformatics we reconstruct biological, linguistic, and cultural histories to find evolutionary factors that impact on our modern genomic diversity.
This evolutionary perspective may shed light on how we approach health issues, conservation of our native species, and have implications for social issues and identity.
Our own world-leading scientists have united with international researchers to celebrate and build on the work of Allan Wilson, a New Zealander who revolutionised evolutionary biology.
Professor Allan Wilson's legacy
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Africa to Aotearoa teaching resources page
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