
Neandertals Live On in Our Genomes
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The Influence of Neanderthal Genes on Modern Humans
This chapter explores the presence of Neanderthal genes in modern humans and their influence on gene expression, highlighting their role in protein production and the activation of other genes. It also discusses the association between carrying a specific Neanderthal mutation and lower risk of schizophrenia and increased height.
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