Erasmus University makes genetic map

Tuesday 30 September 2008

A team of scientists in the Netherlands have analysed DNA samples across Europe to come up with a genetic map of the continent, reports the BBC on Monday.

There appears to be a clear pattern between the genes of Europeans and their geographic origin, according to forensic biologist Manfred Kayser of Rotterdam’s Erasmus University who studied 2,500 people in 23 European locations.

Kayser said his findings could help police solve cold cases and assist doctors to trace the genes that cause specific diseases.

To hear an interview with professor Kayser, click on the podcast

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