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The Seven Daughters of Eve

The Science That Reveals Our Genetic Ancestry
Book • 2001
In 'The Seven Daughters of Eve', Bryan Sykes delves into the science of human origins and migration, using mitochondrial DNA to trace the maternal ancestry of Europeans back to seven prehistoric women.

The book combines scientific explanation with fictional narratives about these ancestral figures, providing insights into human evolution and genetic heritage.

Sykes also discusses broader themes such as the 'out of Africa' theory and the impact of historical events on genetic diversity.

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Dave Asprey
when discussing mitochondrial DNA and research on different cultures.
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The Biohacking Tool That Will Change the World (Mitochondrial Transfusions) : 1304
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Josh Clark
as a book written by Brian Sykes that introduced the world to genetic analysis through mtDNA.
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