The Antarctic Weddell seal genome reveals evidence of selection on cardiovascular phenotype and lipid handling
The Antarctic Weddell inhabits one of the most extreme environments on Earth. Comparative genomics with close relatives reveals the specific genetic adaptations for cardiovascular and fat metabolism that enable it to thrive.
Published in: | Communications Biology |
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Main Authors: | , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |
Format: | Article in Journal/Newspaper |
Language: | English |
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Nature Portfolio
2022
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1038/s42003-022-03089-2 https://doaj.org/article/8e512fac09d54dce8a64472c5044d4ff |
Summary: | The Antarctic Weddell inhabits one of the most extreme environments on Earth. Comparative genomics with close relatives reveals the specific genetic adaptations for cardiovascular and fat metabolism that enable it to thrive. |
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