'Smart' cephalopods trade off genome evolution for prolific RNA editing

'Smart' cephalopods trade off genome evolution for prolific RNA editing 04/13/2017 11:58 AM EDT Octopus, squid, and cuttlefish are famous for engaging in complex behavior, from unlocking an aquarium tank and escaping to instantaneous skin camouflage to hide from predators. A new study suggests their evolutionary path to neural sophistication includes a novel mechanism: Prolific RNA editing at the expense of evolution in their genomic DNA. Full story at http://www.mbl.edu/blog/smart-cephalopods-trade-off-genome-evolution-for-rna-editing/ Source Marine Biological Laboratory This is an NSF News From the Field item.   Follow NSF:  This email was sent using GovDelivery, on behalf of: National Science Foundation Update · 4201 Wilson Boulevard · Arlington, VA 22230 · 703-292-5111