Excited to share our latest paper by @rorylcooper in #EvoDevo @BioMedCentral on the development of avian footpad scale patterning with @vickyjlloyd @NHMdinolab @AlexGFletcher
Conserved gene signalling and a derived patterning mechanism underlie the development of avian footpad scales.
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The overall tone reflects strong agreement, with numerous posts praising the contribution to understanding patterning mechanisms in bird scales, using words like 'excited', 'fascinating', and 'well done'. For example, posts mentioning the paper as a 'fascinating read' and celebrating 'WorldLizardDay' indicate high engagement and interest, while references to the conservation of gene signaling underscore perceived significance and potential impact on evolutionary biology.
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Abstract in brief
- The study shows that avian reticulate footpad scales develop from specific circular epithelial regions with conserved gene expression, similar to how feathers and other scales form from placodes, but their patterning involves a reaction-diffusion system that subdivides these initial domains into individual scales.
- Unlike the synchronous development of bearded dragon scales, avian reticulate scales form progressively through local interactions, indicating a distinct patterning process despite shared gene signaling pathways.
- Overall, reticulate scales in birds are considered a more derived or specialized type of epithelial appendage, patterned through a modified reaction-diffusion mechanism, adding to our understanding of the evolution and development of skin appendages across vertebrates.]
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Most liked on X and BlueskyCelebrate #WorldLizardDay by checking out our new research comparing the patterning of lizard scales to bird scales in @BioMedCentral's EvoDevo! This image shows gene expression (of β-catenin) in the chicken embryo's foot and leg scales/feathers
Here's our latest research paper examining the development of avian reticulate (footpad) scales
Check out our new collaboration paper with the Fraser Lab revealing a derived patterning mechanism in avian footpad scales: @HiLIFE_helsinki @BIOTECH_UH https://t.co/Rp3RBVw19Q
Conserved gene signalling and a derived patterning mechanism underlie the development of avian footpad scales https://t.co/8YwoTeaHIj
Development of avian footpad scales: https://t.co/1RkDsBn7QJ #birds #dinosaurs
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Developmental Mechanisms of Avian Footpad Scales Explained
This video discusses how avian reticulate footpad scales develop from circular epithelial regions with conserved gene expression, involving a reaction-diffusion patterning system that differentiates these scales from…
Bird Footpad Scale Development: Gene Signaling and Patterning Mechanisms
The study shows that avian reticulate footpad scales develop from specific circular epithelial regions with conserved gene expression, similar to how feathers and other scales form from placodes, but their patterning…
#NHMRepository https://t.co/0OLSQ4N1Wb Conserved gene signalling and a derived patterning mechanism underlie the development of avian footpad scales has just been published by Paul Barrett #openaccess @NHM_Science https://t.co/LVkFa7f7F2
RT @garethjfraser: Excited to share our latest paper by @rorylcooper in #EvoDevo @BioMedCentral on the development of avian footpad scale p…
Development of avian footpad scales: https://t.co/1RkDsBn7QJ #birds #dinosaurs
RT @NicolasDiPoi: Check out our new collaboration paper with the Fraser Lab revealing a derived patterning mechanism in avian footpad scale…
Conserved gene signalling and a derived patterning mechanism underlie the development of avian footpad scales https://t.co/HGIbReMr5R
RT @rorylcooper: Celebrate #WorldLizardDay by checking out our new research comparing the patterning of lizard scales to bird scales in @Bi…
RT @rorylcooper: Celebrate #WorldLizardDay by checking out our new research comparing the patterning of lizard scales to bird scales in @Bi…
RT @rorylcooper: Celebrate #WorldLizardDay by checking out our new research comparing the patterning of lizard scales to bird scales in @Bi…
RT @rorylcooper: Celebrate #WorldLizardDay by checking out our new research comparing the patterning of lizard scales to bird scales in @Bi…
RT @NicolasDiPoi: Check out our new collaboration paper with the Fraser Lab revealing a derived patterning mechanism in avian footpad scale…
RT @NicolasDiPoi: Check out our new collaboration paper with the Fraser Lab revealing a derived patterning mechanism in avian footpad scale…
Celebrate #WorldLizardDay by checking out our new research comparing the patterning of lizard scales to bird scales in @BioMedCentral's EvoDevo! This image shows gene expression (of β-catenin) in the chicken embryo's foot and leg scales/feathers
RT @garethjfraser: Excited to share our latest paper by @rorylcooper in #EvoDevo @BioMedCentral on the development of avian footpad scale p…
RT @AaronHGriffing: Fascinating read on developmental patterns of reptilian (primarily avian) footpad scales. Well done, @rorylcooper et al…
RT @NicolasDiPoi: Check out our new collaboration paper with the Fraser Lab revealing a derived patterning mechanism in avian footpad scale…
Check out our new collaboration paper with the Fraser Lab revealing a derived patterning mechanism in avian footpad scales: @HiLIFE_helsinki @BIOTECH_UH https://t.co/Rp3RBVw19Q
RT @garethjfraser: Excited to share our latest paper by @rorylcooper in #EvoDevo @BioMedCentral on the development of avian footpad scale p…
RT @garethjfraser: Excited to share our latest paper by @rorylcooper in #EvoDevo @BioMedCentral on the development of avian footpad scale p…
RT @garethjfraser: Excited to share our latest paper by @rorylcooper in #EvoDevo @BioMedCentral on the development of avian footpad scale p…
RT @garethjfraser: Excited to share our latest paper by @rorylcooper in #EvoDevo @BioMedCentral on the development of avian footpad scale p…
Excited to share our latest paper by @rorylcooper in #EvoDevo @BioMedCentral on the development of avian footpad scale patterning with @vickyjlloyd @NHMdinolab @AlexGFletcher
Fascinating read on developmental patterns of reptilian (primarily avian) footpad scales. Well done, @rorylcooper et al.! https://t.co/1yMl3VHDXn
RT @TomHoltzPaleo: Conserved gene signalling and a derived patterning mechanism underlie the development of avian footpad scales https://t.…
Here's our latest research paper examining the development of avian reticulate (footpad) scales
Conserved gene signalling and a derived patterning mechanism underlie the development of avian footpad scales https://t.co/8YwoTeaHIj
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