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Scientists have identified three genes that involve in the development of stripes, spots and other markings on domestic cats.  There are at least three genes involved and genomic location of two of these genes was located through linkage mapping.  Scientists believed the findings can help to understand how mammals evolve and change coat patterns to adapt different environment (such as for camouflage function).  The two genes may be able to help in various human skin disorders research.  The result is published in January 2010 issue of Genetics.

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