Tyrosinase; signal peptide; translation; feline; endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress; melanin Objective: Tyrosinase is the rate-limiting enzyme in the generation of melanin. The feline tyrosinase mutation, G302R, confers temperature-sensitive loss of function, resulting in the familiar Siamese...

Interested in understanding why Siamese cats look like they do? My just published research demonstrates the structural relationship between mutant & normal tyrosinase gene. First of its kind study for cats.
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Ever wondered what secrets your cat’s DNA holds?
From ancestry surprises to early health insights, today we celebrate #NationalCatDNADay!
Know your kitty better. Love them longer.

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Why Orange Cats Are So Rare — and What Makes Them Unique Why Orange Cats Are One-of-a-Kind, According to Science Orange cats have long charmed pet lovers with their bold personalities and

What Makes Orange Cats Special? It’s in Their DNA
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Cats have nearly 300 facial expressions Study reveals surprising social depth, which may be due to co-evolution with humans

🐾 Did you know cats have nearly 300 facial expressions? 😺 This study reveals how our feline friends communicate emotions.
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A picture of a Siamese Snowshoe cat grooming another cat's neck.

How well do cat owners recognize specific behaviors in their cats? A recent study attempted to find out, looking specifically at interactions between cats. Read about the research today on my blog!
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