Pigment Cell Melanoma Res October 2009 PMID 19619260

Genetics of human iris colour and patterns.

Richard A Sturm, Mats Larsson

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The overall tone is one of curiosity and appreciation for the scientific insights on eye color, with many examples referencing educational videos and scientific concepts, such as the mention of eye color genetics and videos titled 'Is Your Eye Color Real?' which demonstrate engagement and interest. The tone and choice of words, like 'surprising science' and 'cool physics,' reflect enthusiasm and a desire to understand individual traits through genetics.

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Genetics of human iris colour and patterns - Sturm - 2009 - Pigment Cell & Melanoma Research - Wiley Online Library https://t.co/kOkiNVkTig

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RT @xanthophyllum: 虹彩の色にかかわる淘汰圧についてはこの論文の最後の節に（2009年時点の知見について）簡潔にまとめられている。弱光環境への適応を支持する知見が乏しい一方で季節性情動障害との関連が示唆されているのが興味深い（虹彩が青い人の方が抵抗性がある）…

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Kausar Ahmad

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@GiftaFreedom The topic is wide and the question is actually not correct in perfect sense. Eye color is indeed determined by genes , although the inheritance of color gene is complex process. so to say it has nothing to do with genetics is a wrong assertion. ref: https://t.co/iBWMHDghfS

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RT @SEEKOrgOfficial: Why do we have different eye colors?

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A person's eyes are often the first thing we see, but why do some have different eye colors? Check out this video to learn more about your eyes and what the colors mean. #EyeCare #EyeDoctor https://t.co/foC9HQEESm https://t.co/c49ELfVhUZ

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The eyes are often the first thing we see when we look at someone. Everyone’s eye color is a kaleidoscope of shapes and hues. How does eye color work? Find out in this "It's Okay To Be Smart" segment from PBS Digital Studios: https://t.co/7RNWadgSpn.

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めっちゃ面白い。青とか緑の瞳も本当はブラウンらしい…実は光の入り方っていう。そしてブラウンの両親からでもブルーが生まれることはあるらしい。これはリアルで知ってるから、なんか納得 https://t.co/Y2DpsGlEXE

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Nicholas Leone

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What color are your eyes? You may be surprised to learn why they look that way; take a look (pun intended) at the science of eye colors & the genetics of how we get ours: https://t.co/xGM5GMpJYL

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surnageant

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타래 전반의 출처는 이 재미있는 논문. Sturm, R. A., & Larsson, M. (2009). Genetics of human iris colour and patterns. Pigment cell & melanoma research, 22(5), 544-562.

Nov 16, 2019 · 48 followers View post →

CreativeTweets

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@david_megginson @jhlagado @Wikipedia Now, there's research suggesting that lighter irises may help resist seasonal affective disorder. (As it's thought to be a relatively recent mutation, I suppose we could still see it bred out in the modern world of electric lights and global migration.) https://t.co/Zpn74tdPLo

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Jul 4, 2019 · 4 likes · 2,581 followers View post →

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Neat little video about eye color. https://t.co/aZ5V0X2cOq

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RT @APforStudents: Eye color involves some pretty cool physics.

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Eye color involves some pretty cool physics.

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Interesting, perhaps I am 8-ish. What do you think? What number would you rate your eye color? More on Eye Colors watch here - https://t.co/cjpIalIzlo https://t.co/lPeAmTiNRZ

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For writing an original story, I think depicting each character's feature especially eye color, is crucial. BTW, my eye color is between 12 and 13 in Martine-Schultz scale. What's yours?

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Poxa, só um tanto menos de melanina na íris e eu teria olhos verdes https://t.co/d0DMtU3Sx4

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Genetics of human iris colour and patterns.

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Understanding Eye Color: Genetics and Physics Explained

Eye Color: Ancestry Insights from the Viking Era and Beyond

Understanding the Genetics of Eye Color Variations

Genetics of Eye Color and Its Impact on Health and Perception