Widespread use of the “ascidian” mitochondrial genetic code in tunicates [version 1; peer review: 2 approved]

Background: Ascidians, a tunicate class, use a mitochondrial genetic code that is distinct from vertebrates and other invertebrates. Though it has been used to translate the coding sequences from other tunicate species on a case-by-case basis, it is has not been investigated whether this can be done...

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Main Authors: Julien Pichon, Nicholas M. Luscombe, Charles Plessy
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: F1000 Research Ltd 2019-12-01
Series:F1000Research
Online Access:https://f1000research.com/articles/8-2072/v1