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Development and validation of a 66K SNP array for the hard clam (Mercenaria mercenaria).
BMC genomics - 9 Sept 2024
Grouzdev Denis, Farhat Sarah, Guo Ximing, Espinosa Emmanuelle Pales, Reece Kimberly, McDowell Jan, Yang Huiping, Rivara Gregg, Reitsma Joshua, Clemetson Antoinette, Tanguy Arnaud, Allam Bassem
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BACKGROUND: The hard clam (Mercenaria mercenaria), a marine bivalve distributed along the U.S. eastern seaboard, supports a significant shellfish industry. Overharvest in the 1970s and 1980s led to a reduction in landings. While the transition of industry from wild harvest to aquaculture since that time has enhanced production, it has also exacerbated challenges such as disease outbreaks. In this study, we...
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