Once they had pure populations of cells, they compared their patterns of gene expression, as well as changes in the structure of the DNA. (sciencedaily.com)
In future studies, the researchers plan to further improve the protocol to generate pure populations of various hormone - releasing cell types, enabling the production of grafts that are tailored to the needs of individual patients. (sciencedaily.com)
There is a plan, however, to maintain a genetically pure population of Cuban crocodiles by breeding the species and then releasing them into the wild. (scientificamerican.com)