Month: February 2025

Denisovan DNA – Genetic material from a now-extinct archaic human group related to Neanderthals.

Epigenetics – The study of changes in gene expression caused by environmental factors rather than alterations in DNA sequence.

Phylogenetics – The study of evolutionary relationships among species using genetic data.

DNA Fingerprinting – The use of DNA analysis for identifying individuals in forensic and anthropological research.

Population Genetics – The study of genetic variation within and between human populations.

Ancient DNA (aDNA) – Genetic material extracted from archaeological or fossilized remains to study past human populations.

DNA Sequencing – A technique used to determine the exact order of nucleotides in a DNA molecule.

Haplotype – A group of genes inherited together from a single parent.

Single Nucleotide Polymorphism (SNP) – A variation in a single DNA base pair that contributes to genetic diversity.

Gene Flow – The exchange of genetic material between populations, increasing genetic diversity.