Tibetans’ genes have quickly adapted to high altitude – Los Angeles Times

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Tibetans' genes have quickly adapted to high altitude Los Angeles Times Within 3000 years, Tibetans have developed a unique form of a gene that has allowed them to thrive at altitudes above 14000 feet. By Rachel Bernstein, Los Angeles Times The Tibet plateau is a land of yaks and sherpas — and rapid evolution. … Quickly adapted Tibetan genesHovied News Scientists Cite Fastest Case of Human EvolutionNew York Times Rapid evolution seen in TibetansUSA Today BusinessWeek -LiveScience.com -San Francisco Chronicle all 96 news articles »

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