Wisent genome assembly uncovers extended runs of homozygosity and a large deletion that inactivates the thyroid hormone responsive gene
Chiara Bortoluzzi, Xena Marie Mapel, Stefan Neuenschwander, Fredi Janett, Hubert Pausch, Alexander S. Leonard
The paper presents a high-quality wisent genome assembly, identifies a deletion inactivating the THRSP gene, and shows its absence in bison compared to cattle and water buffalo.
bioRxiv · Apr 8, 2024 · PreprintGenomics