Ripples on the surface. Surnames and genes in Sicily and Southern Italy

• Main Authors: Alessio Boattini (Author), Stefania Sarno (Author), Ornella Fiorani (Author), Antonella Lisa (Author), Donata Luiselli (Author), Davide Pettener (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Taylor & Francis Group, 2018-01-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Background: Southern Italy and Sicily played a key role in the peopling history of the Mediterranean. While genetic research showed the remarkable homogeneity of these regions, surname-based studies instead suggested low population mobility, hence potential structuring. Aim: In order to better under...