
genetics
Texas A&M Study: After 120 Years Of Conservation Efforts, Yellowstone Bison Are A Single Breeding Population
Mar 4, 2025 • 3 min. readOnce consisting of two unique herds, researchers believe the Yellowstone bison herds should now be managed as one interbreeding population.
Texas A&M Researchers Uncover Secrets Of Horse Genetics For Conservation, Breeding
Nov 19, 2024 • 4 min. readNew research is shedding light on the genetic secrets of the Y chromosome in horses, revealing its role in lineage, breeding and conservation
Texas A&M Researchers Share Road Map Promoting Sustainable Fishing
May 10, 2024 • 5 min. readThe new system can also be used to assess and manage the genetic diversity of any species.
Dr. William Murphy's groundbreaking research on mammalian evolution and cat genomics earns one of science’s highest honors.
Texas A&M, University Of Colorado Research Collaboration Wins Federal Grant To Help Turn Off ‘Breast Cancer Switch’
Apr 9, 2024 • 5 min. readThe five-year study aims to identify more effective treatments.
Australian Timor Ponies Have Genetic Diversity Necessary For Breeding Program, Texas A&M Researchers Find
Mar 13, 2024 • 3 min. readThe tropical breed may prove vital to Australia as global warming continues to cause climate changes.
Vet School Researchers Develop Virtual Tool For Studying Gene Function
Mar 12, 2024 • 4 min. readHopes are the new technology, called Gene Knockout Inference or GenKI, will reduce the number of animals used in genetic research.
Good Karma: Aggie Veterinarians Save Horse From Life-Threatening Melanoma
Jan 11, 2024 • 6 min. readTexas A&M researchers are working to develop genetic testing and treatment options to help owners with cancer management.
Researchers Use Quantum Computing To Predict Gene Relationships
Nov 30, 2023 • 4 min. readQuantum computing will help scientists more accurately predict relationships between genes, holding promise for human and animal medicine.
Texas A&M Researchers Develop Comprehensive Genetic Map For Bison, Discover Gene Responsible For Albinism
Nov 20, 2023 • 5 min. readThe discovery marks the first time anyone has determined the gene mutation responsible for an observable trait in bison.