Penn-led study identifies genes responsible for diversity of human skin colors

Penn-led study identifies genes responsible for diversity of human skin colors 10/22/2017 10:28 AM EDT A study of diverse African groups led by University of Pennsylvania geneticists has identified new genetic variants associated with skin pigmentation. The findings help explain the vast range of skin color on the African continent, shed light on human evolution and inform an understanding of the genetic risk factors for conditions such as skin cancer. Full story at https://news.upenn.edu/news/penn-led-study-identifies-genes-responsible-diversity-human-skin-colors Source University of Pennsylvania This is an NSF News From the Field item. Follow NSF:  This email was sent using GovDelivery Communications Cloud on behalf of: National Science Foundation Update · 2415 Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22314 · 703-292-5111