Genetic analysis of 240 mammal species sheds light on human disease origins

From dogs and bats to humans and monkeys, an international team of researchers surveyed the genetic material of different animals encompassing almost 80% of the mammalian species

Thu, 27 Apr, 2023 - 19:33

Nilima Marshall, PA Science Reporter

Scientists have analysed the genomes – the complete set of DNA – of 240 mammals with an aim to understand more about the origins of human diseases.

From dogs and bats to humans and monkeys, an international team of researchers surveyed the genetic material of different animals encompassing almost 80% of the mammalian species.