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m.thomas@ucl.ac.uk
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University College London
Darwin Building, Gower Street
London

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Peer Reviewed Publications

  • Peer-reviewed publications to date: 197
  • H-index (Google scholar): 77
  • H-index since 2016 (Google scholar): 50
  • Number of citations (Google scholar): 21701
  • Number of citations since 2016 (Google scholar): 10561

Molecular and Cultural Evolution Lab

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The Molecular and Cultural Evolution Lab (MACE) undertakes research into the evolutionary processes that shape patterns of modern and ancient human molecular and cultural variation.

Biological and Cultural Aspects of Human Evolution
 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jxMh_3ooFyM&list=PLZAn6TprpkL1MzLGESWrwu...

Research Themes

  • Human Evolution
  • Ancient DNA
  • Cultural Evolution
  • Computer Simulation Modelling
  • Statistical Inference
  • Human Dietary Change
  • Adaptation
  • Demographic History
  • Archaeology
  • Lactase
  • Molecular Biology

Ancestry Testing Using DNA: Pros and Cons
 

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Prof Thomas explores the intricacies of the science behind using genetics to infer phylogenetic origins

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To claim someone has 'Viking ancestors' is no better than astrology
 

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Exaggerated claims from genetic ancestry testing companies undermine serious research into human genetic history