@ScienceAdvances By comparing reference genomes of 12 macaque species that together cover all the known macaque groups, researchers in @ScienceAdvances have uncovered an ancient hybrid origin of a macaque lineage. https://t.co/qTI6JMQOgD #PrimateGenomes https://t.co/33tMPZYAgv
Comparative genomics reveals the hybrid origin of a macaque group.
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The discussions frequently reference the hybrid origin of macaques and commend the study’s use of genomic data, using words like 'outstanding' and 'fascinating'. Examples include mentions of ancient hybridization events and implications for understanding HIV vulnerability, which highlight both interest and perceived importance. The tone and choice of technical language suggest an engaged audience that recognizes the scientific significance of revealing hybridization in primates.
Most comments acknowledge the significance of the study, with posts calling the findings 'outstanding' or highlighting the importance of hybrid origins in primate evolution.
Discussions reflect a high level of curiosity, especially about how ancient hybridization events shape current macaque species, indicating strong relevance and fascination.
Participants refer to details like genomic analysis and evolutionary implications, showing they are not just passively acknowledging but actively considering the research's methods and consequences.
While some posts emphasize the novelty of the findings, the overall perception suggests the research has meaningful implications for understanding evolution and possibly disease susceptibility but is not universally seen as groundbreaking for immediate pr
Abstract in brief
- The study reveals that 12 species of macaques originated from a hybridization event between two ancestral groups around 3.45 to 3.56 million years ago, which is a rare case of hybrid speciation in animals.
- It found that the X chromosomes and low-recombination regions had equal parental lineage contributions, indicating they maintained the hybrid characteristics effectively, which is important for hybrid species integrity.
- The research also identified reproduction-related genes that may contribute to the unique sexual traits of macaques and confirmed that all Western macaque species are vulnerable to HIV-1 infection, providing new insights into their evolutionary history.
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Most liked on X and BlueskyOutstanding paper with genomic data on Macaques https://t.co/ZQYFYRKCh4 So, #WesternGhat Liontailed Macaques silenus are sister to the Pig-tailed Leonina
Comparative genomics reveals the hybrid origin of a macaque group | Science Advances https://t.co/TNY2m3i447
Comparative genomics reveals the hybrid origin of a macaque group | Science Advances https://t.co/ak1xTSUz53
Shows that the fascicularis group originated from an ancient hybridization between the sinica and silenus groups ~3.45 to 3.56 million years ago.
RT @Jente_O: Comparative genomics reveals the hybrid origin of a macaque group | Science Advances https://t.co/TNY2m3i447
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Hybrid Origin of Macaques Revealed by Comparative Genomics
This study shows that 12 macaque species originated from a hybridization event between two ancient groups 3.45 to 3.56 million years ago, highlighting rare hybrid speciation in animals and its implications for evolution…
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Shows that the fascicularis group originated from an ancient hybridization between the sinica and silenus groups ~3.45 to 3.56 million years ago.
RT @vvrobin: Outstanding paper with genomic data on Macaques https://t.co/ZQYFYRKCh4 So, #WesternGhat Liontailed Macaques silenus are sis…
RT @vvrobin: Outstanding paper with genomic data on Macaques https://t.co/ZQYFYRKCh4 So, #WesternGhat Liontailed Macaques silenus are sis…
RT @vvrobin: Outstanding paper with genomic data on Macaques https://t.co/ZQYFYRKCh4 So, #WesternGhat Liontailed Macaques silenus are sis…
RT @vvrobin: Outstanding paper with genomic data on Macaques https://t.co/ZQYFYRKCh4 So, #WesternGhat Liontailed Macaques silenus are sis…
RT @ScienceMagazine: @ScienceAdvances By comparing reference genomes of 12 macaque species that together cover all the known macaque groups…
RT @ScienceMagazine: @ScienceAdvances By comparing reference genomes of 12 macaque species that together cover all the known macaque groups…
@ScienceAdvances By comparing reference genomes of 12 macaque species that together cover all the known macaque groups, researchers in @ScienceAdvances have uncovered an ancient hybrid origin of a macaque lineage. https://t.co/qTI6JMQOgD #PrimateGenomes https://t.co/33tMPZYAgv
Outstanding paper with genomic data on Macaques https://t.co/ZQYFYRKCh4 So, #WesternGhat Liontailed Macaques silenus are sister to the Pig-tailed Leonina
RT @Jente_O: Comparative genomics reveals the hybrid origin of a macaque group | Science Advances https://t.co/TNY2m3i447
RT @Jente_O: Comparative genomics reveals the hybrid origin of a macaque group | Science Advances https://t.co/TNY2m3i447
Comparative genomics reveals the hybrid origin of a macaque group | Science Advances https://t.co/ak1xTSUz53
RT @Jente_O: Comparative genomics reveals the hybrid origin of a macaque group | Science Advances https://t.co/TNY2m3i447
RT @Jente_O: Comparative genomics reveals the hybrid origin of a macaque group | Science Advances https://t.co/TNY2m3i447
RT @Jente_O: Comparative genomics reveals the hybrid origin of a macaque group | Science Advances https://t.co/TNY2m3i447
RT @Jente_O: Comparative genomics reveals the hybrid origin of a macaque group | Science Advances https://t.co/TNY2m3i447
RT @Jente_O: Comparative genomics reveals the hybrid origin of a macaque group | Science Advances https://t.co/TNY2m3i447
RT @Jente_O: Comparative genomics reveals the hybrid origin of a macaque group | Science Advances https://t.co/TNY2m3i447
Comparative genomics reveals the hybrid origin of a macaque group | Science Advances https://t.co/TNY2m3i447
Comparative genomics reveals the hybrid origin of a macaque group https://t.co/7L2mfCDPSi
Comparative genomics reveals the hybrid origin of a macaque group https://t.co/Q5RDgoaSVc