Brooks Lab Logo - "I Support Science" Now you can support research by wearing our famous Equine Genetics Logo! |
Bad Breeding (makes Unicorns) Yes, we are aware that this is not how genetics work, but sometimes a "bad breeding" can create something special and unique, right? |
Five-Panel Clear - HERDA, HYPP, PSSM1, GBED, MH If you (or your horse) is clear of these five genetic diseases, be proud. Wear the five stars and show everyone you select for health! |
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Grey gene - STX17 Grey is a coat color modifier that leads to progressive loss of pigmentation. This is caused by a mutation on the STX17 gene, and can start as early as a few days after birth. |
Got Chrome? - White Pattern Genes White spotting patterns in horses can be caused by several different genes. KIT is the most famous gene, but other ones also add "chrome"! |
Extra Frosting - Rabicano Rabicano, "ticking" or "skunk tail" is a white pattern in horses that can vary in expression from a small "frosting" over the tail to an almost roan appearance. Yet, its genetic causes are still unkno |
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Splashed White Loading - MITF and PAX3 genes MITF and PAX3 are the two known causative genes for a white pattern called Splashed White. |
Tobiano - KIT gene inversion The Tobiano pattern is one of the most interesting ones, genetically speaking. Discovered by Dr. Samantha Brooks, it is caused by an inversion on the horse chromosome 3! |
Twilight - Genetics Superstar Twilight is a Thoroughbred mare bred and raised at the McConnville Barn at Cornell University. She provided the DNA for the whole genome sequence of the horse. |
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BLAT to EquCab 3.0 The 3.0 version of the horse genome sequence was released in early 2018, and it is one of the most complete and best genomes between all sequenced species! |
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Future Scientist - Horse Genetics Our extension work is always bringing knowledge from the lab to the young public as well. We love encouraging young scientists. |
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Got Sweat? - Humans and Horses Horses, humans and some monkeys are the only species to utilize sweat as their primary form of thermoregulation. We are, in fact, 84% genetically similar to horses. |
56 MYA - LATH gene Copy Number Variant The LATH gene has developed an unique function in equids (horses, zebras, donkeys...) over 56 million years. |
Horse Size - LCORL gene The LCORL gene explains about 68% of the horse size variation, and its variant connected to larger size is present in several draft and large horse breeds. |
Our research focus is to better understand the genetic basis for diseases, disorders, and physiological variations in the horse, providing owners and breeders additional tools for improved horse health and management.
This store supports research endeavors while providing some fun science gear to horse genetics enthusiasts! Please be sure to visit Our Website and Facebook to find out more about our current studies and to learn how you can get involved.
This store supports research endeavors while providing some fun science gear to horse genetics enthusiasts! Please be sure to visit Our Website and Facebook to find out more about our current studies and to learn how you can get involved.
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