Diversity of Hunter-Gatherer Populations in Africa (IMAGE)

University of Pennsylvania

Diversity of Hunter-Gatherer Populations in Africa

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The Penn-led study examined genetic data from 50 distinct African populations, including many who practice hunter-gatherer lifestyles, such as the (clockwise from upper left) Sabue, San, Hadza, and Sandawe. The team found that some of these hunting and gathering groups share a common ancestry, and also underscored the important role of diet and disease as drivers of local adaptation around the continent.

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Tishkoff lab

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