New study sheds light on function of sex chromosomes in turtles

(Iowa State University) A new study led by an Iowa State University scientist sheds light on how organisms have evolved to address imbalances in sex chromosomes. The study looks at a species of softshell turtle, but the results could help to illuminate an important evolutionary process in many species. The research centers on a process known as sex chromosome dosage compensation.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news