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Replication and explorations of high-order epistasis using a large advanced intercross line pedigree.
PLoS genetics - 1 Jul 2011
Pettersson Mats, Besnier Francois, Siegel Paul B, Carlborg Orjan
Abstract excerpt
Dissection of the genetic architecture of complex traits persists as a major challenge in biology; despite considerable efforts, much remains unclear including the role and importance of genetic interactions. This study provides empirical evidence for a strong and persistent contribution of both second- and third-order epistatic interactions to long-term selection response for body weight in two divergently...
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