Giraffe genome sequence reveals clues to its unique morphology and physiology

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 genom...

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Autores principales: 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.
Formato: Journal Article
Lenguaje:Inglés
Publicado: Springer 2016
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Acceso en línea:https://hdl.handle.net/10568/129392

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