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Douglas Scott Falconer (1913-2004)

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Douglas Scott Falconer is known for his work on response to artificial selection in mice, the concept of the cross-environment genetic correlation and for the development of the theory for understanding the genetics of complex human diseases in terms of an underlying liability. His highly acclaimed textbook, published in 1960, Introduction to Quantitative Genetics, is very helpful in genetic studies.

Authorship, University of Edinburgh, Introduction to Quantitative Genetics (Book), Falconer, Douglas Scott

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Obituary: Gabriel Ward Lasker (1912-2002)

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Gabriel W. Lasker (1912-2002), a teacher of human anatomy at Wayne State University School of Medicine and the editor-in-chief of the journal, Human Biology, displayed an interest in improving the methods of teaching biological anthropology and anatomy. He became the foremost authority in the world on the use and interpretation of surname analyses for evolutionary studies.

College teachers, College faculty, Lasker, Gabriel W., Wayne State University. School of Medicine

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Obituary

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Nicholas G. Norgan was Reader in Human Biology in the Department of Human Sciences at Loughborough University. He was a contributor to the International Biological Programme's Human Adaptability project and also wrote many research papers and reviews.

United Kingdom, Colleges & Universities, Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools, Colleges and universities, Universities and colleges, Loughborough University, Norgan, Nicholas G.

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