A new study that links romance to genes helps to explain who may fall in love with who where you work.
The research study discovered that people select a mate partially determined by their genes. Do you agree?
Check out the details in Psychological Science in a news item released by Blackwell Publishing Ltd to learn more about link between genes involved with immune function and romantic relationship selection in humans.
It seems that vertebrate species and humans are inclined to prefer mates who have dissimilar MHC genotypes, rather than similar ones.
Interestingly, this preference likely helps prevent inbreeding, and it would seem to strengthen immune systems of children because of their parents' exposure to wider kinds of pathogens.
The research brings together romance and chemistry, and also shows that compatible genes impact romantic relationships – even at work.
And you thought it was all about feelings, choice, or who sent you a Valentine card?
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