Phrases with «selective sweeps»

The phrase "selective sweeps" refers to the process in evolution where a particular gene or version of a gene becomes more common in a population because individuals with that gene have an advantage and are more likely to survive and reproduce. Full definition

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Sentences with «selective sweeps»

Under the classic selective sweep model, a new, advantageous gene appears and quickly spreads through the population. (uchospitals.edu)
Under the classic selective sweep model, genetic diversity would be lower surrounding the first group of mutations, those that produced beneficial changes in function, because of their quick spread. (uchospitals.edu)
SWIF (r) looks for the statistical signatures of selective sweeps in genomic datasets. (news.brown.edu)
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Phrases with «selective sweeps»

Sentences with «selective sweeps»

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