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The study found genetic variations in sheep linked to traits like milk production, growth, and health.
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August 2017 in “Scientific reports” Researchers developed a cost-effective 66 K SNP chip for cashmere goats that is accurate and useful for genetic studies.
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June 2018 in “Scientific reports” Researchers found 15 new genetic links to skin traits in Japanese women.
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