K-State Researchers Help Map Pig's Genome

Associated Press - Fri 09:44 AM 11/16/2012

The university says in a news release that knowing the complete list of DNA and genes for domestic pigs could eventually help improve the pigs' health. It also could provide insight into human health, because pigs and humans share similar physiologies.

The university says in a news release that knowing the complete list of DNA and genes for domestic pigs could eventually help improve the pigs' health. It also could provide insight into human health, because pigs and humans share similar physiologies.

Two Kansas State University researchers were part of a successful international effort to map the complete genome of the domestic pig.

The university says in a news release that knowing the complete list of DNA and genes for domestic pigs could eventually help improve the pigs' health. It also could provide insight into human health, because pigs and humans share similar physiologies.

The Kansas State researchers involved were Yongming Sang, a research assistant professor of anatomy and physiology, and Frank

Blecha, associate dean for the College of Veterinary Medicine.

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Aurora

Friday 16 November 2012 16:23 Report this comment

Maybe the K-State researchers should map Iamgonnagetyou's genome! With new knowledge of his genome, maybe we can help him fix his gland problems!

Aurora.

Saturday 17 November 2012 01:41 Report this comment

Bro your out of line again.