Study on genomes 20 years ago. At the start of the new decade, they found 64 human genomes and identified 25 different populations.

The Faculty of Medicine from the University of Maryland updated a study on genomes humans which was held in 2001, that is, 20 years ago. Back then the limitations of science failed to capture the species diversity of our race. So, at the start of the new decade, they found 64 human genomes and identified 25 different populations.

The study was published by the journal Science and details that they managed to sequence 64 human genomes. To date its authors say that the best genetic diversity of our species has been captured. The reference data records individuals from all over the world. Therefore, they assure that no one was left out.

In addition to knowing in detail each of the human species in the world, the study goes beyond a simple recognition. « The work will allow studies of specific populations on genetic predispositions to human diseases. As well as the discovery of more complex forms of genetic variation, » they published on the institution’s website.

While acknowledging work that was done exactly 20 years ago, Maryland researchers say this is brand new. That is, all the data was taken from scratch.

Human genomes and technology

He says Scott Devine, co-author of this study, who decided to do a totally new investigation due to the differences in details that can be detected with current technologies. Then, it would not serve them to take into account the previous data.

The advancement of science manages to detect something called structural variants. In this they were able to detail the insertion of new genetic material.

One of the most important aspects of this research is understanding diseases that are inherited. You can begin to study the health conditions that are imprinted from genetics.

Originally published at Explica