Scientists have discovered a sexual reproduction process in microalgae that helps them better understand algae and plant evolution. Their discovery could lead to new industrial applications for ...

Sperm and egg cells, or gametes, are unusual. Egg cells are some of the largest cell types, and sperm are some of the smallest. In humans, these haploid cells come together to form diploid cells. It's ...

In this study, we use an integrative approach to develop a set of sex marker genes which can detect diatom sexual reproduction within natural populations. Initially, we combine time-resolved ...

Newly discovered sexual reproduction process to further understanding of plant and algae evolution (IMAGE) Research Organization of Information and Systems Caption Scientists have discovered a sexual ...