Ancient DNA reveals reason for high multiple sclerosis and Alzheimer’s rates in Europe

Ancient DNA reveals reason for high multiple sclerosis and Alzheimer’s rates in Europe

Researchers have created the world’s largest ancient human gene bank by analysing the bones and teeth of almost 5,000 humans who lived across western Europe and Asia up to 34,000 years ago. By sequencing ancient human DNA and comparing it to modern-day samples, the international team of experts mapped the historical spread of genes — … Read more