This avoids any possible conflicts with existing symbols and ensures that the gene symbol and name are reserved in the MGD private nomenclature database.
All information is kept confidential until publication.
Nomenclature for Gene Families MGD works closely with HUGO and other interested scientists in the establishment of nomenclature for genes that are members of gene families and in representing the relationships between members of gene families. However, there are exceptions and many special cases. Send questions and comments to User Support .