Genes Brain Behav March 2021 PMID 33200560

Comparative analyses of the Pan lineage reveal selection on gene pathways associated with diet and sociality in bonobos.

Sarah Kovalaskas, James K Rilling, John Lindo

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The discussions reflect a high interest and engagement, with comments referencing genetic evidence supporting domestication hypotheses and comparing bonobos' social behaviors to humans. Words like 'fascinating,' 'support,' and 'evidence' highlight curiosity and support for the article's significance, though the overall impact remains centered on scientific understanding rather than broad societal change.

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Most discussions recognize the significance of the findings, supporting the idea that bonobos' behavior is linked to genetic pathways related to diet and sociality.

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The study compares the genomes of bonobos and chimpanzees to identify genes that have been positively selected in bonobos since their divergence about 17 million years ago, focusing on understanding behavioral differences such as social tolerance and aggression.
Researchers found evidence of selection in genes related to diet (like starch digestion) as well as in pathways involved in social behavior regulation, including oxytocin, serotonin, and gonadotropin releasing hormone.
These genetic findings support the idea that bonobos may have undergone a process similar to domestication, shaping their social behavior and emotional regulation in ways that distinguish them from chimpanzees.]

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If you really want to nerd out Re: behavioral anthropology, I found this fascinating. This has within it some interesting insight that can be used in a comparative analysis between humans and our closing living relatives. 1/3 https://t.co/CWVtL9EkM5

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Not just you. I recently reviewed a study on behavioral anthropology and can confirm. In fact, there is a species that shares most of our DNA that behaves more collectively and civilly than we do. https://t.co/mUlAFHAChU https://t.co/1kP4D0IMbv

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RT @Chr_Jung: @herzoghal Think, there is increasing evidence, that domestication can be described much better via (epigenetic) changes in t…

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Comparative analyses of the Pan lineage reveal selection on gene pathways associated with diet and sociality in bonobos.

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