Short tandem repeats (STRs) are DNA sequences of 1–6 bp that are repeated in tandem from several to hundreds of times. Because they mutate frequently by adding or deleting copies of the repeat, STRs ...

Population genetics investigates the distribution and change of alleles within and among populations, revealing how evolutionary forces shape genetic variation. Core processes include mutation, ...

The 2026 International Statistical Genetics Workshop will be a virtual course held online, with live sessions on June 1—11, 2026, and pre-recorded lectures to be viewed before the live sessions. Live ...

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The 2025 International Statistical Genetics Workshop will be held in Boulder, Colorado from March 3 to 7. Matthew Keller is the local host with Ben Neale and Dave Evans as the academic directors. This ...