Limb patterning genes and heterochronic development of the emu wing bud

Limb patterning genes and heterochronic development of the emu wing bud

Abstract Background The forelimb of the flightless emu is a vestigial structure, with greatly reduced wing elements and digit loss. To explore the molecular and cellular mechanisms associated with the evolution of vestigial wings and loss of flight in the emu, key limb patterning genes were examined...

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Main Authors: Craig A. Smith, Peter G. Farlie, Nadia M. Davidson, Kelly N. Roeszler, Claire Hirst, Alicia Oshlack, David M. Lambert
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2016-12-01
Series:EvoDevo
Subjects:
Emu embryo
Limb patterning
Heterochronic
Sonic Hedgehog
Limb bud
Limb development
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13227-016-0063-5

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