Better understanding of genetic
influences on primate and human brain differences was also gained through
comparative organoid models
Date: June 7, 2018
Source: University of Washington Health Sciences/UW
Medicine
Summary:
Higher-quality assemblies of
great ape genomes have now been generated without guidance of the human reference
genome. They provide a clearer view of genetic differences that arose as humans
diverged from other primates. The newest investigation offers the most
comprehensive catalog of genetic variants that were gained or lost in different
ape lineages. The influence of these variants was explored in brain
development, dietary needs and anatomy. A fossil virus found in ape but not
human genomes was also examined.
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