Summary: Mutations happen, just ask the X-Men. Zane Moore, PhD student, wants to know why. Specifically, he wants to know possible long term ramifications – an effect known as Mutational Meltdown. Zane’s particular area of study are Albino Redwoods, mutant trees that lack chlorophyll. We discuss the possible evolutionary benefits of having no chlorophyll such as acting as a heavy metal sink, clonal populations & associated risk/rewards, & the rarity (?) of these trees. Zane Moore – the Professor X of Redw
