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Scientists manage to sequence the genome of the last species of wild horse

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Scientists manage to sequence the genome of the last species of wild horse

MADRID (EUROPA PRESS) -Researchers at the University of Minnesota have successfully mapped the complete genome of the Przewalski’s horse, also known as the Mongolian wild horse or takhi. The species was once extinct in the wild and now has a population of around 2,000 animals thanks to conservation efforts. It is considered the last species … Read more

Did the Black Death modify the human genome?

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Did the Black Death modify the human genome?

The Black Death of 1349 had a profound impact on Europe. According to a recent study, it left surprisingly few traces on the genetic heritage of the inhabitants of Cambridge. Contrary to previous research, the genetic effects of this devastating epidemic appear less pronounced than previously thought, calling into question the understanding of the impact … Read more