The Iberian pig genome has been sequenced for the first time, albeit partially. Scientists have cracked 1% of all the genetic characteristics of this animal and have published their first findings in the online edition of Heredity. An international consortium is working to complete the pig’s full genome before the end of this year

STAFF | MARCH 18TH, 2011

The orangutan genome has been sequenced by an international research project including scientists from Catalonia. In an article published in Nature, the researchers say there is a 97% genetic overlap between the orangutan and the human genomes

STAFF | JANUARY 28th, 2011

Their study will serve as a reference to characterize the genomes of more complex insects and to better understand their symbiotic relationships.

Staff | June 22, 2010

A group of international researchers have succeeded in sequencing the genome of the closest relative to human beings: the Neanderthal, who disappeared from existence 30,000 years ago. Initial tests of 4.000 billion base pairs of DNA indicate that Neanderthals "left footprints" in the genome of some modern humans. The findings have just been published in 'Science'.

Staff | 6 May 2010