Population structure and migration in the Eastern Highlands of Papua New Guinea, a region impacted by the kuru epidemic

Explore an in-depth investigation of the Eastern Highlands of Papua New Guinea. Analyses attempt to disentangle the complex relationships between genetics, linguistics, and the clan system of political organization. Additionally, an analysis investigating the impact of the kuru epidemic on migration flows in the region is undertaken.

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Source: The American Journal of Human Genetics - March 19, 2024 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Authors: Liam Quinn, Jerome Whitfield, Michael P. Alpers, Tracy Campbell, Holger Hummerich, William Pomat, Peter Siba, George Koki, Ida Moltke, John Collinge, Garrett Hellenthal, Simon Mead Tags: Article Source Type: research