Publications by authors named "Xiao-Xu Bi"
BMC Genomics
January 2022
Article Synopsis
- The study focuses on the genome of the medicinal leech Whitmania pigra, revealing a genome size of 177 Mbp with 26,743 predicted protein-coding genes.
- Comparative genomic analysis shows significant gene similarities between W. pigra and other leech species, Hirudo medicinalis and Helobdella robusta, including unique gene families and a new hirudin gene variant.
- The findings enhance understanding of the genetic diversity and bioactive compounds in leeches, providing valuable insights for medicinal applications.
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