The researchers found that all but one of the 121 African ethnic groups studied have more within-group genetic diversity than any of the 60 non-African ethnic groups for which comparable data were ...

aimed at unlocking the unique genetic character of southern African populations, has revealed a high level of genetic diversity. Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the ...

The Fulani have long intrigued social anthropologists with their complex cultural heritage. They raise mainly cattle, goats ...

“There is so much genetic diversity across the African continent, if you sample from just one or two ethnolinguistic groups you know something about one or two groups.” Lack of ethnic diversity in ...

Genetic insights into the Fulani people not only illuminate their biological history but also enrich our understanding of their cultural and historical narratives.

“Diversity” was the buzzword at the Human ... we do not know the significance of certain African genetic profiles,” he said. This lack of data is holding back efforts to treat conditions ...

African scientists say the world is missing vital medical insights by ignoring the continent's vast genetic diversity. Less than 2 percent of human genome sequencing worldwide comes from African ...

African wild dogs (Lycaon pictus) or painted wolves are among the most endangered species in Africa. One of my favorite ...

Despite decades of efforts focused on mosquito eradication, drug therapies, and vaccines, malaria remains hard to beat, especially in Africa.

African scientists say the world is missing vital medical insights by ignoring the continent’s vast genetic diversity. Less than 2 percent of human genome sequencing worldwide comes from African ...