The vast cultural and linguistic diversity of Latin American countries is still far from being fully represented by genetic surveys. A new study explores the genetic roots of 26 populations from diverse regions and cultures of western South America and Mexico. The results reveal long-distance connections between speakers of the same language, and new traces of genetic diversity within the Amazonia. The vast cultural and linguistic diversity of Latin American countries is still far from being fully represented by genetic surveys. A new study explores the genetic roots of 26 populations from diverse regions and cultures of western South America and Mexico. The results reveal long-distance connections between speakers of the same language, and new traces of genetic diversity within the Amazonia. Credit: Chiara Barbieri and Rodrigo Barquera
