Population genetic studies in Africa [electronic resource] : curiosity and challenges / Himla Soodyall.
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FilmSeries: Henry Stewart talksBiomedical & life sciences collection. Using bioinformatics in the exploration of genetic diversity : fundamentals and recent advances: Publisher: London : Henry Stewart Talks, 2007Description: 1 online resource (1 streaming video file (42 min.) : color, sound)Other title: Population genetics studies in Africa : curiosity and challengesSubject(s): Computational Biology | DNA Probes | Genetics | Variation (Genetics) | Variation (Genetics) -- AfricaOnline resources: Click here to access online | Series Animated audio-visual presentation with synchronized narration.
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Contents: Use of genomic DNA to advance our knowledge and understanding of human evolution, biomedical research and mechanisms of disease -- Acquiring specimens for research -- Strict policies and recommendations guiding specimen acquirement -- Social, ethical and legal issues when conducting research on human subjects -- Factors to be considered when setting up qualitative and quantitative research -- Case study: sub-Saharan Africa, in particular population genetics studies.
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