Call for samples: global effort to uncover the genetics of canid body size

The Karlsson Lab (of The University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School and the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard) is currently working on a research project to determine the causal genetic variants for body size in canids.

We are looking for potential participants who could collect a fresh blood sample; we will provide collection tubes with preserving reagent.

Additionally, we are interested in collecting other sample types from members of the genus Canis, particularly those from warmer climates. Our goal is to generate genome and gene annotations for these species, and ultimately create a shared resource for the Canid research community.

If you are interested in participating, please contact Dr. Kathryn Lord at klord@broadinstitute.org.