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Science News for June 30, 2007


The fisherman is a predator like any other

Researchers from IRD and IMARPE found that fishermen adopt similar movement strategies to natural predators when searching for anchovy fish, highlighting the importance of an ecosystem-based approach to fisheries management. This study used VMS data to analyze vessel movements and identify areas with high vulnerability of stock exploited.

SourceInstitut de recherche pour le développement·JournalEcological Applications·DateJun 30, 2007

Regulating alternative splicing during neural development

Dr. Douglas Black and colleagues reveal that a switch in PTB expression induces changes in alternative splicing patterns during neuronal development, adding a new layer of genetic regulation. This reprogramming enables the creation of unique genetic code in post-mitotic neurons.

SourceCold Spring Harbor Laboratory·JournalGenes & Development·DateJun 30, 2007