The Wandering Jew: Mapping Jewish Genetic History

Mon 26 Feb, 12-1 pm. Steinhardt Building, 35 West 67th Street, New York, 10023. Gregor Ehrlich, 212-601-1000, gehrlich@92ndsty.org. Makor - [events]

Dr. Harry Ostrer Are Jews truly descendants of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob? Dr. Harry Ostrer explains how recent work from genetics labs has validated the biblical record of a Semitic people who chose a Jewish way of life several thousand years ago. Learn how scientists have begun to unravel the genetic history of the Jews. Dr. Ostrer is a professor of pediatrics, pathology and medicine and director of the human genetics program at the New York University School of Medicine. Code: T-MD5LE36-01 Price: $16.00