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| DPGR
@ UNT comprises a large
& vibrant consortium of six faculty and their research laboratories. We
collaboratively explore physiological genomics and the
interaction of genes with the environment as they
influence physiological & morphological development. |
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The
interests and expertise of DPGR @ UNT range from
molecular through organismal levels, with an
appreciation of contributions being made at each level
of investigation. Accordingly, our methodology
ranges from monoclonal antibody production to
neuroanatomical examination to whole animal
respirometry.
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DPGR
@ UNT frequently exploits
contemporary models for developmental physiology and
genetics (e.g. chicken embryo, mouse, zebrafish, C.
elegans). We maintain a large colony of
zebrafish (both wild types and mutants) as well as
extensive colonies of C. elegans. We have
the capacity to incubate nearly 1000 bird eggs of
numerous species.
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We also recognize that animals evolved from, and currently live in, potentially highly variable environments. Thus, we also employ non-traditional models (emus, armadillos, gray gulls) that can better help us understand how individuals develop and species evolve. |
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| Ultimately,
our goals are to examine and identify both universal
features of animal development as well as
species-specific solutions to unique environmental or
taxonomic challenges.
For
a closer look at specific research interests within our
group, please see the Faculty
page.
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