In this article we will discuss about the concept and development of bioinformatics. Concept of Bioinformatics: Bioinformatics or life science informatics has emerged as a new branch of biotechnology, offering a fundamental tool to the biologist to accelerate commercialization of biotechnology. Bioinformatics is the classic example of convergence of biotechnology and information technology. Bioinformatics has been the most powerful tools [...]
This article throws light upon the four main categories of Speciation. The categories are: 1. Allopatric Speciation 2. Parapatric Speciation 3. Sympatric Speciation 4. Alloparapatric Speciation. Category # 1. Allopatric Speciation: Allopatric speciation occurs when the new species evolves in geographic isolation from the parent species. The species range, becomes subdivided by a barrier such as a new mountain range [...]
After reading this article you will learn about the national policy of biodiversity conservation. Biodiversity management consists of three types of activity surveying, characterizing biodiversity, regulating its protection; and ensuring its sustainable utilisation. Until 2002, there was no single piece of legislation or governmental organisation covering all aspects of biodiversity management understood thus. So while there is no specific law [...]