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Published on: August 21, 2019
Positive Selection in Aggression-Linked Genes and Their Protein Interaction Networks.
Asma Awadi1, Zelalem Gebremariam Tolesa2, Hichem Ben Slimen1
1Laboratory of Functional Physiology and Valorization of Bioresources, Higher Institute of Biotechnology of Béja, University of Jendouba, Béja 9000, Tunisia.
Genetic variations in four genes show signs of positive selection, potentially influencing aggressive behavior through downstream effects on neurodevelopment and hormonal regulation. Further research is needed to confirm these findings.
Area of Science:
- Genetics
- Evolutionary Biology
- Behavioral Science
Background:
- Aggressive behavior is a complex trait influenced by multiple genes and environmental factors.
- Understanding the genetic basis of aggression can provide insights into human evolution and behavior.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify genetic variations associated with aggressive behavior by examining selection signals in candidate genes and their interactors.
- To explore the role of local adaptation in shaping genes potentially related to aggressive behavior.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of genetic variations in nine previously identified genes linked to aggression and their 74 interacting genes.
- Utilized Integrated Human SNP (iHS) and cross-population Extended Haplotype Homozygosity (xp-EHH) analyses to detect positive selection.
- Assessed Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms (SNPs) for high pairwise Fixation Index (FST) values and functional significance (eQTLs, transcription factor binding sites).
Main Results:
- Identified 15 SNPs under positive selection in four genes: SEC24B, NCOA2, CTNNA1, and ALDH3A2.
- These SNPs exhibited significant allele frequency differences between populations, indicating local adaptation.
- Functional analysis revealed SNPs acting as expression Quantitative Trait Loci (eQTLs) and located within transcription factor binding sequences.
Conclusions:
- Selection signatures in genes related to protein trafficking, cell signaling, and detoxification may indirectly influence neurodevelopment and hormonal regulation, impacting aggressive behavior.
- These findings suggest potential adaptive roles for specific genetic variations in human populations.
- Experimental validation is crucial to confirm the functional significance and biological impact of these selected SNPs on aggressive behavior.
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