Population genetic data for 23 STR loci of the Miskito ethnic group in Honduras
Researchers have published the first comprehensive genetic database for the Miskito indigenous population in Honduras. The study analyzed 23 short tandem repeat loci to provide essential reference data for forensic and kinship analysis.
Why it matters
This data fills a critical gap in Central American population genetics and improves the accuracy of forensic investigations for this specific ethnic group.
Scientific Reports ( 2026 ) Cite this article
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