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Effects of Neanderthal DNA that are still present in modern humans
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
Recent research has shown that one to four percent of the genomes of contemporary humans, whose ancestors left Africa, contain Neanderthal DNA; nonetheless, it has remained unclear how much of those genes are still actively impacting human characteristics. A multi-institutional research tea
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Lingering effects of Neanderthal DNA in modern humans
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
In a study published in eLife, the researchers reported that some Neanderthal genes are responsible for certain traits in modern humans, including several with a significant influence on the immune system. Overall, however, the study shows that modern human genes are winning out over success
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Stress in young kids separated from parents may leave long-term genetic im
Updated : 6 years ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 23 (ANI): According to a recent study, increased levels of stress hormone cortisol in young children who are separated from their parents, especially mothers, could have a long-term genetic impact on future generations.
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Stress in children separated from their parents may leave long-term geneti
Updated : 6 years ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Feb 14 (ANI): Increased levels of the stress hormone- cortisol, in young kids who are separated from their parents, especially their mothers, could have a long-term genetic impact on future generations.
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