Whole genome sequencing of canids reveals genomic regions under selection and variants influencing morphology
Being man’s best friend, dogs have been bred and selected for certain morphologic traits and breed-associated behaviours. Here, Plassais et al. analyse 722 canine whole genome sequences including modern breeds, wild canids and village dogs by GWAS and search for signatures of selection.
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Nature Publishing Group
2019-04-01
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| Series: | Nature Communications |
| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-019-09373-w |