Why mutation is the fundamental engine of biological diversity
In short: Mutation is often framed as a biological error, but it is actually a primary driver of life's variety. University of Oxford lecturer Alison Woollard explores how these genetic shifts shape the natural world.
In this talk from the Royal Institution, Alison Woollard examines the role of mutation in creating genetic diversity. Drawing on her research in developmental genetics—specifically her work with the nematode worm Caenorhabditis elegans—Woollard explains how these changes provide the raw material for evolution.
The presentation highlights the fundamental mechanics of genetics and why understanding these microscopic shifts is essential to comprehending the complexity of life.
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