Research reveals clues to the formation of hearts, intestines and other key organs

Tuesday, August 9, 2011 - 11:31 in Biology & Nature

How do the intestines in tiny birds or large mammals form intricate looping patterns? How do hearts and vascular systems form? Why do some large dog breeds succumb to gastric torsion while others don't? Newly released research co-authored by a Cornell University assistant professor provides some key clues to these natural phenomena.

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