Publications by authors named "Meng-Ting Ding"
Mol Biol Evol
August 2023
Article Synopsis
- Sighthounds are a unique group of dog breeds with ancient origins, and a study sequenced the genomes of 123 sighthounds from various regions to analyze their ancestry and genetic traits.
- The research highlighted that sighthounds likely descended from distinct native dogs, showing extensive genetic mixing across breeds, supporting the theory of multiple origins for these dogs.
- Key findings included the identification of several positively selected genes related to heart function and different mutations in the ESR1 and JAK2 genes that affect their expression, shedding light on the genetic factors linked to the sighthound phenotype and their domestication history.
