Article
The landscape of Y chromosome polymorphisms in Russia.
Annals of human biology - 1 Jun 2010
Bellusci Giovanna, Blasi Paola, Vershubsky Galina, Suvorov Alexey, Novelletto Andrea, Kozlov Andrey
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: The pattern of diversity for the Y chromosome provides a view of male-driven processes of dispersal and settlement. By virtue of the broad geographic continuity, the genetic signature of movements from Asia to Europe can be detected in populations of north-eastern Europe. AIM: To directly test previous hypotheses on the peopling of Russia, by considering a broader spectrum of potential diversity....
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