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Size does not matter: direct estimations of mutation rates in baleen whales
Mutations drive evolution and thus knowing how often they occur is fundamental to studying biology. Several methods are available to estimate mutation rates, among which phylogenetic estimates are the most common. In essence, this method consists of counting the number of differences in the DNA... click to read more
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published on Jan 29, 2025
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