Using Oyster Genomics to Understand Human Health
As sessile filter feeders that experience continuous environmental exposure, oysters, particularly Crassostrea virginica, offer a unique opportunity to understand how environmental exposure alters the genome and influence health. Furthermore, oysters must be sorted by size for market value for premium size and taste. However, it requires intensive labor, specialized equipment (tumblers), and is…
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