Genome Decoding of Naked Mole-Rats Reared in Japan for Intra-species Comparative Analysis
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A research team including Hiroshima University and Kyushu University has successfully decoded the genome of naked mole-rats reared in Japan with high precision. They identified 167 previously unknown genes and corrected 250 existing gene models. The study identified 74 genes with significant intra-species variation, providing a foundation for understanding the molecular basis of social behavior and longevity.
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- Q: Which institutions were involved in this research?
- A: The research was conducted by a joint team including Hiroshima University, Kyushu University, Tokyo Institute of Science, and the National Institute of Genetics.