The collective discussions highlight a high level of engagement and interest, with many posters referencing specific mutations like the cytosine deletion in the TYR gene and connecting it to the temperature-sensitive fur coloration in Siamese cats. Words like 'fascinating,' 'cool science,' and detailed explanations indicate enthusiasm and curiosity, contributing to a generally supportive and educational atmosphere, though the overall impact is moderate since it mostly reinforces existing knowledge about feline genetics.
AgreementModerate agreement
Most discussions support the scientific explanation about the genetic mutation affecting cat coloration, especially emphasizing the role of the TYR gene and temperature-sensitive mutation.
InterestHigh interest
Posts show high interest, with many referencing detailed genetic mechanisms and fascinating facts about Siamese cats and albinism.
EngagementHigh engagement
Posts demonstrate deep engagement through sharing personal anecdotes, links to additional resources, and scientific explanations, indicating active participation.
ImpactModerate impact
While the discussions are enthusiastic and informative, their overall influence on a broader audience's understanding or practices seems modest, hence a moderate impact score.
Abstract in brief
The study identifies a specific mutation in the tyrosinase (TYR) gene, a cytosine deletion at position 975, which causes albinism in domestic cats by creating a premature stop codon.
The mutation in TYR, along with a linked genetic marker (FCA931), consistently separates albino cats from normal-colored cats, indicating a direct genetic cause for albinism.
The research concludes that the TYR gene is responsible for the cat's color variations, with alleles ranging from fully colored (C) to various forms of color restriction like Burmese (cb), Siamese (cs), and albino (c).
@wayvfess Emang ras kucing siam kayak gitu nder, apa ya itu istilahnya? Genetik(?) Cmiiw, bisa liat video ini lebih lanjutnya, jadi ntar kalo udah panas lagi suhunya, ntar warna louis balik memutih lagi kok walau ngga seputih awalnya
https://t.co/hcNAcxDLbo
Harriet Carroll: Long Covid Scientific Consultancy
@angryhacademic · X
Fun fact: Siamese cats (& other animals) have a form of albinism that causes their cuteness: temperature sensitive genetic mutation that can only pigment fur below body temp; hence darker fur at their extremities
https://t.co/LUG3Iyhb7J
Nice summary: https://t.co/GMu6mBubjl https://t.co/9LblGHhSDm
@arielgalula @koach_machat @HillRemmah אופס, שכחתי להוסיף רפרנסים.
המחקר על העכברים - https://t.co/Ms644oqj0W
מחקרים על סיאמים:
https://t.co/bzfGejWvtR
https://t.co/tSIsAalwPx
המחקר מ-1930:
https://t.co/2V2tOM3MK3
@chapadacomenta @pl4ystation5 Sorry to butt in, but I have a particular fondness of Siamese cats and this video goes into detail about the gene involved (plus scishow is pretty cool!). I think it might be same for you, too. Maybe you can watch it with your human if you're curious!
Nov 17, 2021 · 3 likes · 1 share · 26 followersView post →
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@Palitato · X
@jungle_os Heres a video all about it! :)
https://t.co/WITXVUEVMh
This video discusses the genetic basis of albinism in domestic cats, focusing on a mutation in the tyrosinase (TYR) gene that causes albinism. It also covers the mechanisms behind colorpoint patterns like Siamese and…
Harriet Carroll: Long Covid Scientific Consultancy
@angryhacademic.bsky.social · Bluesky
Fun fact: Siamese cats (& other animals) have a form of albinism that causes their cuteness: temperature sensitive genetic mutation that can only pigment fur below body temp; hence darker fur at their extremities
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10....
Nice summary: youtu.be/uHC1XTF6b58
@daniegotseven that too haha but huge factor din ang environmental temp sa response ng kanilang mutation. my himalayan also nagdark talaga ang fur when he was still and indoor cat. Ngayon nakakalabas nag-lighten na onti
@GreekCeltic these might just be interesting to you anyway? ;w;
https://t.co/Io8LmS22c2
^ domestication again different source
https://t.co/VM4wKTzMew
^siamese cat coat pattern
https://t.co/3jJXr4lVDH
^more on coat genetics/phenomenons
https://t.co/ehGJ0ZZv5z
^hour long one from Nova
RT @angryhacademic: Fun fact: Siamese cats (& other animals) have a form of albinism that causes their cuteness: temperature sensitive gene…
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Harriet Carroll: Long Covid Scientific Consultancy
@angryhacademic · X
Fun fact: Siamese cats (& other animals) have a form of albinism that causes their cuteness: temperature sensitive genetic mutation that can only pigment fur below body temp; hence darker fur at their extremities
https://t.co/LUG3Iyhb7J
Nice summary: https://t.co/GMu6mBubjl https://t.co/9LblGHhSDm
@gothgranny @PickliciousF Ahh yeah! Seal pointed? I know there was a really cool scishow talking about it. Really cool feature that just makes them that much more unique. Plus, they seem to have some very interesting personalities. I love all cats, but I'm slightly biased...heh
https://t.co/iU7M9DuxH7
Sequence analysis of genomic DNA from wild-type and albino cats identified a cytosine deletion in TYR at position 975 in exon 2, which causes a frame shift resulting in a premature stop codon nine residues downstream from the mutation.
https://t.co/IjBmCbswhi https://t.co/H0PKLRpbPK
Jan 22, 2022 · 1 like · 7,572 followersView post →
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@loofykat · X
The Delightful Mutation Behind Siamese Cats https://t.co/bbvjlCMN7p these demons….
RT @TPho3n1x: @chapadacomenta @pl4ystation5 Sorry to butt in, but I have a particular fondness of Siamese cats and this video goes into det…
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@TPho3n1x · X
@chapadacomenta @pl4ystation5 Sorry to butt in, but I have a particular fondness of Siamese cats and this video goes into detail about the gene involved (plus scishow is pretty cool!). I think it might be same for you, too. Maybe you can watch it with your human if you're curious!
Nov 17, 2021 · 3 likes · 1 share · 26 followersView post →
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@kylevanhorn · X
@_b_crawford ❤️
Also I feel you’ll appreciate this explainer on why Siamese fur is colored the way it is: https://t.co/2vb6PRBwYe
@arielgalula @koach_machat @HillRemmah אופס, שכחתי להוסיף רפרנסים.
המחקר על העכברים - https://t.co/Ms644oqj0W
מחקרים על סיאמים:
https://t.co/bzfGejWvtR
https://t.co/tSIsAalwPx
המחקר מ-1930:
https://t.co/2V2tOM3MK3
@wayvfess Emang ras kucing siam kayak gitu nder, apa ya itu istilahnya? Genetik(?) Cmiiw, bisa liat video ini lebih lanjutnya, jadi ntar kalo udah panas lagi suhunya, ntar warna louis balik memutih lagi kok walau ngga seputih awalnya
https://t.co/hcNAcxDLbo
@oeafess Louis sayang, kamu jangan insekyur ya nak. Orang² emang pada bgsw aja ngehina fase colour changing-mu, padahal itu anugerah yang ngga semua kucing punya :"3 Louis unique, Louis amazing, Louis beautiful ❤️
https://t.co/hcNAcxDLbo
@animalfess2 Ini penjelasan kenapa kucing Siam warna bulunya seperti itu. Intinya mutasi bikin warna mereka jadi putih cuma karena bagian muka, kaki, telinga dan ekor panas lebih panas dari bagian lain makanya menghitam
https://t.co/5x8h9aa81O
@AstroKatie My aunt had a Siamese named Delilah when I was a kid and I loved that cat. Standard talker and head butter. This video from @voxdotcom is a short primer on their color scheme and I learned something new about Delilah ☺ https://t.co/ugPtNzfBDa
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Associated with a Tyrosinase (TYR) Mutation.” Animal Genetics 37 (2): 175–78. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-2052.2005.01409.x. Lyons, L. A., D. L. Imes, H. C. ...