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Abandoned Places
TED Radio Hour
Rapid Evolution in Wolves of Chernobyl
This chapter discusses the collaboration between an evolutionary biologist and a researcher to study the genetic adaptation of wolves in Chernobyl to survive radiation exposure. The wolves have been exposed to radiation for several generations, and by studying their survival and reproductive mechanisms, the researchers hope to gain new insights into natural selection. The chapter also highlights the unique challenges faced by the wolves, including continual exposure to radiation and the concentrated dose received through their prey.
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