Saccharomyces cerevisiae, commonly known as baker’s yeast, is a model organism used in biotechnology and genetics research. Its genome sequencing aids in understanding yeast biology and cellular processes. 10.1126/science.274.5287.546 (Oct 25, 1996)
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Rhesus monkey
Macaca mulatta, the rhesus macaque, is a widely studied primate species used as a model organism in biomedical research. Its genome sequencing aids in understanding primate genetics, evolution, and human diseases. 10.1126/science.1139247 (Apr 13, 2007)
Domestic silkworm
Bombyx mori, the silkworm, is a domesticated insect species used for silk production. Its genome sequencing aids in understanding silk production, insect genetics, and developing transgenic silkmoth strains. 10.1093/dnares/11.1.27 (Feb 1, 2004)
Honey bee
Apis mellifera, the western honeybee, plays a crucial role in pollination and honey production. Its genome sequencing aids in understanding bee biology, behavior, and factors affecting bee health. 10.1038/nature05260 (Oct 26, 2006)
Horse
Equus caballus, the horse, has been domesticated for thousands of years and played a crucial role in human history. Its genome sequencing provides insights into horse evolution, genetics, and diseases. 10.1126/science.1178158 (Nov 6, 2009)
Torafugu
Takifugu rubripes, the Japanese pufferfish, is a model organism in genetics and genomics research. Its genome sequencing aids in understanding vertebrate evolution, comparative genomics, and human disease modeling. 10.1126/science.1072104 (Aug 23, 2002)
Platypus
Ornithorhynchus anatinus, the platypus, is a unique egg-laying mammal found in Australia. Its genome sequencing aids in understanding mammalian evolution, genetics, and reproductive biology. 10.1038/nature06936 (May 8, 2008)
House mouse
Mus musculus, the house mouse, is a widely used model organism in biomedical research. Its genome sequencing aids in understanding mammalian genetics, development, and modeling human diseases. 10.1038/nature01262 (Dec 5, 2002)
Gray short-tailed opossum
Monodelphis domestica, the gray short-tailed opossum, is a marsupial species used as a model organism in biomedical research. Its genome sequencing aids in understanding mammalian genetics, development, and evolution. 10.1038/nature05805 (May 10, 2007)
Swiftwater hydra
Hydra vulgaris is a freshwater cnidarian known for its remarkable regenerative abilities. Its genome helps us understand tissue regeneration and stem cell biology. 10.1038/nature08830 (Mar 14, 2010)