With rapid growing number of complete genomes sequences, we have the unique opportunity to compare genomes from different species to understand what makes species unique. Particularly, our research aims to discover the molecular basis of evolutionary adaptation of two different groups. First, adaption of the sea otter (Enhydra lutris) for life in cold coastal water. Second, adaptation of different species of canids including specialization for cursoriality in the African wild dog (Lycaon pictus) and remarkable adaptation of the weasel-like bush dog (Speothos venaticus) for life in the amazon rain forest.

 

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