Uncovering trends in gene naming

Genome Biol. 2008 Jan 31;9(1):401. doi: 10.1186/gb-2008-9-1-401.

Abstract

We take stock of current genetic nomenclature and attempt to organize strange and notable gene names. We categorize, for instance, those that involve a naming system transferred from another context (for example, Pavlov's dogs). We hope this analysis provides clues to better steer gene naming in the future.

MeSH terms

  • Genes*
  • Terminology as Topic*