Inner Mongolia Agricultural University (IMAU) announced on Aug 9 that is has completed genome sequencing on four Mongolian Plateau species - the Mongolian sheep, cow, horse and the Alxa camel.

The work by IMAU and genome sequencing center BGI began in 2010.

"This is the first time that Chinese scientists completed proprietary whole genome sequencing on Mongolian Plateau species," said Zhou Huanmin, head of the project team and also director of Science and Technology at IMAU.

The research results are of value for genetic analysis on potential economic benefits and provide the foundation for further development and protection of Chinese livestock species, experts said.

(Source: China Daily)