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Ancient DNA shows widespread selection across West Eurasia
Ancient DNA analysis of 15,836 West Eurasian genomes reveals pervasive directional selection across hundreds of alleles over the past ten millennia, with measured effects on complex traits.
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Rapid evolution predicted recovery after drought
Wild plant populations evolve rapidly during drought, and genetic variation at adaptive loci predicts demographic recovery. Study demonstrates evolutionary rescue in natural conditions.
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Benchmark finds limits in ancient DNA relatedness estimation
Benchmark evaluation of ancient DNA genetic relatedness estimation methods reveals multiple sources of bias and limitations in current approaches.