Insights into the red algae and eukaryotic evolution from the genome of Porphyra umbilicalis (Bangiophyceae, Rhodophyta). Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences , 2017; 201703088 DOI: 10. ...

The red algae called Porphyra and its ancestors have thrived for millions of years in the harsh habitat of the intertidal zone -- exposed to fluctuating temperatures, high UV radiation, severe ...

Orono, Me-- Sequencing of the nuclear genome of Porphyra umbilicalis-- laver or Atlantic nori-- has revealed insights into how the bangiophyte red algae have thrived for over a billion years in ...

Why the Japanese can easily digest sushi Date: April 13, 2010 Source: CNRS (Délégation Paris Michel-Ange) Summary: Porphyran, a polysaccharide present in the cell walls of a red algae that is ...

Red algae, known as Porphyra umbilicalis, is the subject of newly published genomic research by ECU biology professor John Stiller. The hardy sea plant grows in coastal tidal pools and is used ...

The whole genome of a species of Porphyra is currently being undertaken in the USA, funded by the National Science Foundation. A network of scientists, including Museum staff, have been brought ...

Take the case of sushi: fish and rice wrapped in nori—a seaweed that is a type of red algae, Porphyra—common in the cold waters around Japan.Inhabiting an island nation, the Japanese have been ...

An exploration of most natural beaches in the New York area at this time of year will reveal a variety of life in the intertidal zone. Mud snails abound, barnacles cover many rocks and grass ...