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Ancient DNA reveals the oldest family tree in the world
12/22/2021Analysis of ancient DNA from one of Britain's best-preserved Neolithic tombs has revealed that most of the people buried there belonged to five consecutive generations of a single extended family.
By analyzing DNA extracted from the bones and teeth of 35 individuals buried in the long...
Molecules capable of controlling alterations in mitochondrial DNA are identified
12/16/2021The Mitochondria, Health & Longevity group headed by Dr.
Genes that control bowel habits discovered
12/09/2021An international team coordinated by Mauro D'Amato, Ikerbasque research professor at CIC bioGUNE, has shown for the first time that the frequency of defecation is hereditary in humans, and that specific genetic profiles...
Ikerbasque dialogues: Is artificial intelligence so smart?
11/29/2021Ikerbasque, the Basque Foundation for Science, organized a webinar in which a reflection on the threats and opportunities posed by artificial intelligence was carried out.
The event was moderated by the Scientific Director of Ikerbasque Fernando Cossío, and had the participation of:
Renewal of the Ikerbasque governing board
11/24/2021The Ikerbasque governing board met on November 23, 2021 with the presence of its President and Minister of Education of the Basque Government, Mr. Jokin Bildarratz. At this meeting, the Board of the Foundation approved the appointment of the new patrons who will replace Juan José Álvarez Rubio,...