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Sugar Kuhn


Q&A: DNA discussion with Dr. Dennis Fantin Print E-mail
Written by Sugar Kuhn   
Tuesday, 26 May 2009 00:00

The bases of DNA (A, G, C, T) are organized into two long strands commonly referred to as a double helix because of its regular twisting features.  Specific sequences of bases make up the genes that are found along the double helix. The strands are tightly spooled and condensed into chromosomes which are found within the nucleus of the cell. Cattle have 30 pairs of chromosomes for a total of 60. Image courtesy of National Institute of General Medical Sciences.Bull Pen Magazine Contributing Editor Sugar Kuhn sits down for an in-depth DNA discussion with MMI Genomics Chief of Operations, Dr. Dennis Fantin.

"Eventually genomic sciences will allow us to unravel a deep understanding of how genes interact to produce beef cattle with more tender meat, for instance, or dairy cattle that produce more milk with higher protein content, or even bucking bulls that perform better in the arena." - Dr. Dennis Fantin, MMI Genomics Chief of Operations

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