Ancestors in Our Genome: The New Science of Human Evolution - Paperback
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Discover Your Evolutionary History Through Genomics
The complete DNA molecules comprising the human genome were deciphered two decades ago. With this discovery began a remarkable genomic voyage back in time yielding a new science of human evolution. We are just beginning to unravel our full genomic history and answering age-old questions about how and when we evolved. For the first time, we are finding our ancestors in our genome and gleaning tantalizing clues about our past.
Molecular anthropologist Eugene E. Harris now gives us an updated and expanded version of the original Ancestors in Our Genome. Written from the perspective of population genetics, and in simple terms, his book traces human origins back to our earliest human ancestors and explains how our genome has adapted as we spread to colonize new regions on Earth. Harris's book reveals the latest insights into our relationships with our extinct cousins, the Neandertals and Denisovans, and describes where, when and to what extent we mated with them, probing the good and bad consequences of this.
What You'll Learn About Human Genomic History
This comprehensive guide to human evolution combines molecular anthropology with population genetics to decode our species' journey. The book examines how genomic research has revolutionized our understanding of human origins, providing concrete evidence of ancient migrations and interbreeding events that shaped modern humanity.
Harris presents complex genetic concepts in accessible language, making this an ideal resource for students, educators, and anyone interested in understanding where we come from. The updated edition incorporates the latest discoveries in genomic science, including recent findings about our interactions with extinct human species.
Key Topics Covered
- Complete analysis of the human genome and its evolutionary implications
- Genomic evidence of human migration patterns across Earth
- Detailed examination of Neandertal and Denisovan DNA in modern populations
- Population genetics perspectives on human adaptation
- Scientific methods used to trace ancestry through DNA
- Consequences of ancient interbreeding between human species
Eugene E. Harris is Professor of Biological Sciences and Geology at the City University of New York and a Research Affiliate of the Center for the Study of Human Origins at New York University.
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