Chapter 14: Population Substructure, Stratification, and Admixture

Statistical Genetics · Textbook pages 181–196

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Learning objectives

Recognise population stratification and admixture and explain their consequences for association studies.

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  1. Read the section and identify the assumptions behind each method.
  2. Work through the examples, checking the reasoning and any calculations or code.
  3. Attempt the chapter exercises before consulting the worked answers.

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