The compact genome of the sponge Oopsacas minuta (Hexactinellida) is lacking key metazoan core genes
S. Santini, Q. Schenkelaars, C. Jourda, M. Duschene, H. Belahbib, C. Rocher, M. Selva, A. Riesgo, M. Vervoort, S. P. Leys, L. Kodjabachian, A. Le Bivic, C. Borchiellini, J.-M. Claverie, E. Renard
This study analyzes the genome of the glass sponge Oopsacas minuta, revealing its compact size and loss of key metazoan genes, suggesting unique evolutionary adaptations.
bioRxiv · Jul 26, 2022 · PreprintEvolutionary Biology