Children of this type of inbreeding are also twice as likely to be treated for an illness requiring antipsychotic medicines, like schizophrenia. Marriage between first cousins is legal in ...

One of the most famous modern day examples of cousin-related inbreeding is the Whittaker family from Odd, West Virginia. Siblings Ray, Betty, Larry and Lorene, as well as her son Timmy ...

The genome of a once-endangered songbird shows extensive signs of inbreeding, according to a new study. Because inbreeding can negatively impact survival and reproduction, the results could guide ...

The genome of a once-endangered songbird shows extensive signs of inbreeding, according to a new study by Penn State researchers. Because inbreeding can negatively impact survival and reproduction ...

The doctoral dissertation of Aslak Eronen, MSc, entitled "Hybridization of landlocked and anadromous Atlantic salmon: Potential genetic rescue in a population threatened by inbreeding" will be ...