Essays about: "aDNA"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 16 essays containing the word aDNA.

  1. 1. Neanderthal genome sequencing : A genetic research study

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för arkeologi och antik historia

    Author : Susanna Uhr; [2023]
    Keywords : aDNA; genome sequencing; method progression; Neanderthals; modern humans; genetic divergence; interbreeding; aDNA; genom sekvensering; metodutveckling; Neandertalare; moderna människor; genetisk splittring; korsning;

    Abstract : The aim of this study is to provide information regarding the development of aDNA research. The essay also strives to distinguish eventual impact on previous and contemporary conceptions concerning Neanderthal and modern human genetic divergence and possible interbreeding between the two species. READ MORE

  3. 2. Developing an Advanced Method for Kinship from Ancient DNA Data

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för biologisk grundutbildning

    Author : Erkin Alacamli; [2023]
    Keywords : aDNA; ancient DNA; kinship estimation;

    Abstract :  The analysis of kinship from ancient DNA (aDNA) data has the potential to provide insight into social structures of prehistoric societies. Kinship analysis is gaining popularity as optimised wet-lab methods allow for studies with sample sizes on the level of whole cemeteries. READ MORE

  4. 3. Between a Rune Stone and a Hard Place: Deconstructing Mass Media Influence on Knowledge Production in Viking Age Archaeogenetic Publications

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Arkeologi

    Author : Kyle Koch; [2023]
    Keywords : History and Archaeology;

    Abstract : The archaeological traditions of the Viking Age have a complex history. Some of it has been nationalist in orientation, at times constructing proud historical narratives reflecting ownership in and continuity of the past. READ MORE

  5. 4. Plastic pollution and circular economy in Sweden A case study of two Swedish plastic recycling companies

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Adna Arslanagic; Sasan Ghorannevis; Seda Görgülü; [2022-07-01]
    Keywords : Sustainability; plastic pollution; circular economy; plastic recycling; Sweden.;

    Abstract : Plastic as material has become ubiquitous in modern life and it is difficult to imagine a world without it. Since the proliferation of plastics on the consumer market in the 1950s, poor waste management and low recycling rates have resulted in overflowing landfills and leakage into nature. READ MORE

  6. 5. TMS stimulus-response asymmetry in lower limbs : Difference in stimulated muscles between dominant and non-dominant leg

    University essay from Malmö universitet/Fakulteten för hälsa och samhälle (HS)

    Author : Adna Pivac; [2022]
    Keywords : lower limbs; motor evoked potential; motor cortex; stimulus-response asymmetry; transcranial magnetic stimulation;

    Abstract : Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a 37-year-old non-invasive tool and can be used for diagnostic, therapeutics, and research purposes. In research, TMS is mostly used to stimulate the motor cortex, resulting in a neuroelectric excitatory response called a motor evoked potential (MEP). READ MORE