The Guardian Australia
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·2 hours ago
Study shows red hair gene favored by natural selection for 10,000 years
A study published by Harvard University revealed that the gene for red hair has been favored by natural selection in Europe for over 10,000 years. Researchers analyzed DNA from nearly 16,000 ancient remains and 6,000 living individuals, discovering that red hair and fair skin may have conferred vitamin D efficiency, advantageous in low-sunlight regions.
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