A biochemical hypothesis on the formation of fingerprints using a turing patterns approach

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Fingerprints represent a particular characteristic for each individual. Characteristic patterns are also formed on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet. Their origin and development is still unknown but it is believed to have...

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Main Authors: Ramírez Martinez Angelica M, Garzón-Alvarado Diego A
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-06-01
Series:Theoretical Biology and Medical Modelling
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Online Access:http://www.tbiomed.com/content/8/1/24