Genome projects launched for three extreme-environment animals
Monday, April 27, 2009 - 11:42
in Biology & Nature
BGI-Shenzhen, in association with several other research institutes, announced today the launch of three new genome projects that focus on animals living in extreme environments. The three selected genomes are those of two polar animals: the polar bear and emperor penguin, and one altiplano animal: the Tibetan antelope.
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