Improving the Feline Genome Assembly

Genome sequencing – deciphering the complete genetic code that guides biological development and function – is a rapidly advancing field. However, the cat genome assembly continues to lag behind the dog genome. To close this gap and building on prior work, researchers will use state-of-the-art DNA sequence technology to substantially improve the contiguity of the feline genome sequence. A comprehensive, detailed description of the feline genome will improve the research community's ability to identify genetic mutations associated with simple and complex diseases and traits in cats.