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Scottish DNA Unexpectedly Diverse
The project, called "Scotland's DNA," found 150 different genetic lines of female ancestry from Europe, Asia, and Africa and 100 different groups of male ancestry from Europe and beyond. For example, ...
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Could a DNA sample help police track down 'guerilla rewilders' who released four lynx into the wild in the Scottish Highlands illegally?
DNA samples from four lynx that were captured after they were illegally released in Scotland could be used to help track down the culprits behind the ill-conceived scheme. Conservationists believe ...
Lack of genetic diversity among red squirrels poses disease threat, study finds
Worryingly low levels of genetic diversity make Scotland’s red squirrels especially vulnerable to disease, a study has shown.
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How do DNA tests tell if two people are related?
For example, if the test finds that a person's DNA contains a variant that occurs only in people of Scottish descent, it's likely they have some Scottish ancestry. Related: Are you genetically ...
Man convicted of murdering widow, 86, after DNA found on her nail clippings
A 70-year-old man has been found guilty of the murder of 86-year-old widow Una Crown in 2013 after DNA which matched his profile was found on her nail clippings. Retired postmistress Mrs Crown was ...
Rangers hero who won two titles under Walter Smith brought back to club as a coach to ‘inject club DNA’
KEVIN THOMSON is back at Rangers, according to a report. The former midfielder, who played at Ibrox between 2007 and 2010, was a youth coach at the club before stepping into full-time management ...