By Randolph E. Schmid
Washington, D.C. (AP)
The most detailed look yet at the genetics of Mexicans is showing significant diversity, a finding that could help point the way to customized drugs and identification of people prone to certain diseases.
Researchers led by Dr. Gerardo Jimenez-Sanchez studied the genes of 300 mestizos – people of mixed Indian and European background – from six states in Mexico, and one Indian population.
Washington, D.C. (AP)
The most detailed look yet at the genetics of Mexicans is showing significant diversity, a finding that could help point the way to customized drugs and identification of people prone to certain diseases.
Researchers led by Dr. Gerardo Jimenez-Sanchez studied the genes of 300 mestizos – people of mixed Indian and European background – from six states in Mexico, and one Indian population.