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Chromatin Immunoprecipitation Assay for Tissue-specific Genes using Early-stage Mouse Embryos
Published on: April 29, 2011
Summary
Researchers are accelerating rat genome sequencing efforts. Two mouse genome centers are now prioritizing the rat, bypassing previous funding delays to determine the order of its 3 billion bases.
Area of Science:
- Genomics
- Mammalian Genetics
Background:
- The rat genome sequencing project was planned but delayed pending funding.
- The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) is coordinating genome research.
Purpose of the Study:
- To expedite the determination of the rat genome's base order.
- To leverage existing resources and expertise from the mouse genome sequencing effort.
Main Methods:
- Reallocation of resources from mouse genome sequencing centers.
- Focusing sequencing efforts on the rat genome.
Main Results:
- NHGRI has initiated accelerated sequencing of the rat genome.
- Two sequencing centers previously working on the mouse genome are now involved in rat genome sequencing.
Conclusions:
- The rat genome sequencing initiative has commenced ahead of the original schedule.
- The project benefits from the infrastructure and experience gained from the mouse genome project.
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