Lauren Scrudato
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Sunny predisposition? 2 genes linked to friendliness, social ability
A new study by researchers at the National University of Singapore reports that two specific genes play a role in ...

Inuit gained genetic advantage against freezing cold from 500,000 year-old DNA
How do Inuit populations in Greenland cope with below-freezing temperatures for the majority of the year? They may have inherited ...