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Giraffe genome sequence reveals clues to its unique morphology and physiology.
Nature communications - 17 May 2016
Agaba Morris, Ishengoma Edson, Miller Webb C, McGrath Barbara C, Hudson Chelsea N, Bedoya Reina Oscar C, Ratan Aakrosh, Burhans Rico, Chikhi Rayan, Medvedev Paul, Praul Craig A, Wu-Cavener Lan, Wood Brendan, Robertson Heather, Penfold Linda, Cavener Douglas R
Abstract excerpt
The origins of giraffe's imposing stature and associated cardiovascular adaptations are unknown. Okapi, which lacks these unique features, is giraffe's closest relative and provides a useful comparison, to identify genetic variation underlying giraffe's long neck and cardiovascular system. The genomes of giraffe and okapi were sequenced, and through comparative analyses genes and pathways were identified that...
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