Podcast: Monotremes: animals of biological fascination



is fascinated by monotremes.

Monotremes are egg laying mammals, such as platypus and echidna. They are the oldest surviving mammalian lineage, and therefore provide a unique insight into the evolution and many aspects of genetics in all mammals. The extraordinary biology of monotremes also enables researchers to gain insights into human disease.

Professor Grutzner recently shared his enthusiasm and vast knowledge about monotremes in an .

Professor Grutzner is also Head of the at the ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥ of Adelaide.



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