Publications by authors named "Alexios Panagiotopoulos"

We examined the mitochondrial identity of Aegean representing different morphotypes, with a focus on new material from Milos and Skyros. We found no correlation between distinct morphotypes and mitochondrial identity. Our results support that grass snake populations are polyphenetic and that southern subspecies, including island populations, show a higher variability than northern ones.

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  • * Limited research has focused on the evolution of toxins outside a few species, and recent technological advancements in genomics and venomics are enhancing our understanding of these processes and the role of venom in various life stages.
  • * The study of venoms not only aids in identifying and understanding toxin functions but also has significant implications for human applications in agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and diagnostics.
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