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We scanned the DNA of 8,000 people to see how facial features are controlled by genes

  • Written by Seth M. Weinberg, Associate Professor in the Departments of Oral Biology, Human Genetics, and Anthropology. Co-Director of the Center for Craniofacial and Dental Genetics, University of Pittsburgh
We scanned the DNA of 8,000 people to see how facial features are controlled by genesUsing 3-D facial images researchers have identified changes in the DNA that contribute to variation in facial features. Julie D. White, CC BY-SA

Takeaways

  • A new study reveals more than 130 regions in human DNA play a role in sculpting facial features.

  • The nose is the facial feature most influenced by your genes.

  • Understanding the link between specific...

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