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A Population Genomics Lexicon.
Gustavo V Barroso1, Ana Filipa Moutinho1, Julien Y Dutheil1
1Department of Evolutionary Genetics, Max Planck Institute of Evolutionary Biology, Plön, Germany.
Methods in Molecular Biology (Clifton, N.J.)
|January 25, 2020
Summary
Population genomics, building on 100 years of population genetics, offers key concepts and terminology for theoretical and empirical studies. This review guides readers to essential literature and historical context.
Area of Science:
- Evolutionary Biology
- Genetics
- Genomics
Background:
- Population genetics has a rich history spanning nearly a century.
- The field of population genomics has emerged as a significant and expanding area of study.
- Understanding foundational concepts is crucial for advancing genomic research.
Purpose of the Study:
- To summarize core concepts and terminology in statistical population genomics.
- To provide a guide to seminal literature and reviews in the field.
- To bridge the gap between theoretical and empirical population genomics research.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of theoretical population genomics.
- Analysis of empirical statistical population genomics studies.
- Compilation of historical and methodological reviews.
Main Results:
- Key concepts and terminology for population genomics are presented.
- Pointers to foundational literature are provided.
- Methodological and historical context is established.
Conclusions:
- This work serves as a foundational resource for researchers in population genomics.
- It facilitates a deeper understanding of both theoretical and empirical approaches.
- The review aids in navigating the complex landscape of modern genomic studies.
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