From Darwin to DNA: The Genetic Basis of Color Adaptations

From Darwin to DNA: The Genetic Basis of Color Adaptations H O P I E . H O E K S T R A In 2009, we celebrated Darwin's 200th birthday and the 150th anniversary of his magnum opus, On The Origin of Species. The celebrations took varied form. There were the usual, but far more numerous, scientific meetings, sym- posia, and festivals held in Darwin's honor at universities worldwide.

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