‘Game changing’ research reveals full genome sequences of hundreds of primates

‘Game changing’ research reveals full genome sequences of hundreds of primates (Andrew Milligan/PA)

The genetic diversity and evolutionary history of primates — the group that includes monkeys, apes, lemurs and humans — has been revealed in full for the first time.

The new findings could be a “game changer” in helping researchers gain a better understanding of genetic diseases, human health, how we evolved, and even the mutations that make us uniquely human.