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Authors :
Day, Stephen
Source :
New Scientist. 02/20/99, Vol. 161 Issue 2174, p32. 4p. 12 Color Photographs.
Publication Year :
1999

Abstract

Investigates what keeps a fetus' finger or a fly's wing growing, and then stops it when it's just the right size. Suggestion that the growth phase, which affects how many cells are produced, should dictate proportions in a predictable way; The search by researchers for clues in the mechanisms that dictate cell identities and body plans; Details about the development of a fly wing.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
02624079
Volume :
161
Issue :
2174
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
New Scientist
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
1587738