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Genes responsible for diversity of human skin colors identified

10:33 EDT 12 Oct 2017 | Science Daily

A study of diverse African groups by geneticists has identified new genetic variants associated with skin pigmentation. The findings help explain the vast range of skin color on the African continent, shed light on human evolution and inform an understanding of the genetic risk factors for conditions such as skin cancer.

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