evolutionary biology
Science Papers Examine State of Human Genomic Research, Single-Cell Protein Quantification
In Science this week: a number of editorials and policy reports discuss advances in human genomic research, and more.
Fast-Evolving Human Genome Sequences Found to Have Brain-Related Regulatory Roles
An integrated analysis that spanned thousands of human accelerated regions suggested they harbor regulatory elements with roles in human brain development.
Sequence-Based Blood Type Analysis Suggests Neanderthals, Denisovans Arose in Africa
The researchers used recently generated genome sequences for three Neanderthals and one Denisovan to determine their blood types and examine their evolutionary history.
Science Papers Examine Factors Shaping SARS-CoV-2 Spread, Give Insight Into Bacterial Evolution
In Science this week: genomic analysis points to role of human behavior in SARS-CoV-2 spread, and more.
Bonobo Genome Assembly Provides Clues to Primate Evolution
A high-quality assembly that includes long-read sequencing data enabled a more detailed look at evolutionary relationships between bonobos, chimps, and humans.