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Researchers will develop a genetic test to identify the sex of critically endangered Chinese crocodile lizards, a species that lacks distinct and obvious differences in sexual appearance.

Researchers will investigate the role of the male-specific Y chromosome, currently not part of the horse reference genome.

Using samples and data from the Morris Animal Foundation Golden Retriever Lifetime Study, researchers will explore the role of genetics associated with obesity in golden retrievers.

Researchers will fill in critical gaps in the current cat genome to facilitate discovery of genetic mutations associated with feline diseases.

Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is the most common form of heart disease diagnosed in cats. Researchers will perform genetic analysis to look for a genetic cause for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy in several cat...

Researchers will study the genetic causes of health problems in grey-colored alpacas, critical steps toward the development of a genetic screening test to improve the overall health of these animals.

Researchers will use genomic tools to understand the causes of infertility in endangered black-footed ferrets.