Publications by authors named "Ana Magdalena Hurtado"

Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Ana Magdalena Hurtado"

  • Ana Magdalena Hurtado's research explores the genetic and immunological diversity of Native American populations, focusing on the influences of demographic history and natural selection on HLA loci variability.
  • Her work highlights the distinct innate immune system gene variability in Native Americans compared to non-Native populations, emphasizing historical and epidemiological relationships.
  • Additionally, she investigates the developmental responses of children to environmental and maternal reproductive factors, particularly in relation to fat patterning linked to birth size and interbirth intervals.