BCM-HGSC Y Chromosome Genome Project. Y Chromosome Genome Project

The BCM-HGSC is sequencing several mammalian Y chromosomes in collaboration with the Page Laboratory to study Y linked traits. The Y chromosome genes have been linked to spermatogenesis, cancer, developmental disorders, graft versus host disease, locomotion, high blood pressure, and the stress response. Often the first phase of a genome sequencing project does not adequately address the Y chromosome. This project specifically targets mammalian Y chromosomes for additional sequencing and sequence finishing.