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Credit: Incola / Wikimedia Commons Despite these external influences, the Picenes largely retained a genetic profile similar to other Iron Age Italic groups, emphasizing a shared ancestry that predated the Roman era. Green gradients show the hypothesized origins of individuals with diverse ancestries in the Central Italic IA.

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DECEMBER 13, 2024

“Most non-Africans today carry 1-2% Neanderthal ancestry, underscoring the impact of these interactions on the settlement of regions outside Africa.” The Genomic Landscape of Neanderthal Ancestry in Present-Day Humans Authors : Sankararaman, S., Origins of Modern Human Ancestry Authors : Bergström, A.,

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OCTOBER 17, 2024

The findings offer clarity on how Japan’s dual genetic ancestry emerged, enriching the current understanding of ancient East Asian migration. Principal investigator Jun Ohashi, "East Asian-related and Northeast Asian-related ancestries account for over 80% of nuclear genomes of the modern Japanese population.” Hayashi, M.,

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DECEMBER 13, 2024

Researchers from the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology have decoded 1 the DNA of seven individuals found at sites in Germany and Czechia, revealing a lineage that carried traces of Neanderthal ancestry and left behind no modern descendants. Insights into Human Evolution from Neanderthal Genomes Authors : Prüfer, K.,

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JUNE 11, 2024

By examining variations in Neanderthal ancestry across different times and locations, they estimated the timing and duration of interbreeding events. Neandertal ancestry through time: Insights from genomes of ancient and present-day humans. The research team focused on the amount of Neanderthal DNA present in these samples. 1 Iasi, L.

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2024

” By comparing this genome with others, the researchers discovered that this Neanderthal had ancestry from a distinct lineage, indicating the presence of multiple isolated communities in Western Europe up until their extinction. The DNA was analyzed along with other known Neanderthal genomes to understand their shared history.”

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FEBRUARY 25, 2024

An attempt to depict the relatedness of nearly 250,000 people in the All of Us study has drawn criticism.All of Us Research Program Genomics Investigators, Nature (2024), [link] The Complexity of Human Ancestry Data The controversy surrounding the depiction of genetic diversity underscores the challenges inherent in describing human ancestry data.

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OCTOBER 8, 2024

Despite the technical challenges posed by DNA degradation, the researchers successfully sequenced the genomes, revealing valuable information about the inhabitants' ancestry and genetic stability. 1 Gretzinger, J., Gibbon, V. Penske, S. Rohrlach, A. Salazar-García, D. Krause, J., & Schiffels, S.

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JANUARY 20, 2024

Modern Europeans, with diverse genetic ancestries, carry traits influenced by the hunter-gatherers, farmers, and pastoralists. A Global Perspective: Extending the Genomic Exploration Experts laud the study's innovative approach to understanding ancient humans by examining how ancestry influences modern traits. 1 Allentoft, M. -G.,

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JUNE 7, 2024

Leaders should finally tell us the truth about migration: it’s here for good [link] — Gaia Vince (@WanderingGaia) June 7, 2024 The opening paragraph is a useful summary for students of any age on human nature and the artifice of the border. We can all claim ancestry from across the world. The state is an invention.

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FEBRUARY 24, 2024

b) Steppe ancestry in contemporary samples estimated by reference 26. Samples depicted as vertical bars signify their 'admixture estimate' derived from NNLS across six ancestries. a) MS prevalence across modern Europe sourced from reference 3. Refoyo-Martinez, A., Pearson, A., Ramsøe, A., Gaunitz, C., Demeter, F., Jørkov, M.

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APRIL 18, 2024

Unraveling Japan's Genetic Complexity Population genetics offers a window into the intricate tapestry of human ancestry and evolutionary history. Similarly, Denisovan-derived DNA exerted influence on disease susceptibility, particularly in relation to type 2 diabetes and height. Tomizuka, K., Ishikawa, Y., Horikoshi, M., Gakuhari, T.,

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JULY 12, 2024

We leveraged modern human–introgressed sequences in the Neanderthal genome to refine estimates of Neanderthal ancestry in contemporary humans by decomposing IBDmix-detected segments into those attributable to human-to-Neanderthal (H→N) versus Neanderthal-to-human (N→H) gene flow in 2000 modern human individuals. Bierman, R.

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MARCH 6, 2024

Through interdisciplinary collaboration and technological innovation, anthropologists and archaeologists alike are poised to unlock the secrets of our shared ancestry and illuminate the rich tapestry of human evolution on the European continent. 1 Garba, R., Ylä-Mella, L., Kameník, J., Stübner, K., Lachner, J., Gerasimenko, N.,

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JUNE 23, 2024

For instance, ancient individuals from Oase and Bacho Kiro showed very recent Neanderthal ancestry, suggesting frequent interactions with Neanderthals, even if their lineages did not persist. Neandertal ancestry through time: Insights from genomes of ancient and present-day humans. 1 Iasi, L. Chintalapati, M., Hajdinjak, M.,

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MAY 7, 2024

Moreover, women exhibited a shared genetic ancestry from the Steppe region, indicating their origin within the Avar society rather than as conquered individuals. Unveiling Complex Relationship Dynamics The study paints a nuanced picture of Avar relationships, challenging conventional notions of monogamy. Rácz, Z., Szeniczey, T.,

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DECEMBER 5, 2024

Journal : Nature Ecology & Evolution , 2024. 1302653110 Summary : Uses dental morphology to reassess speciation events and shared ancestry between Neanderthals and Homo sapiens. DOI : 10.1002/evan.21955 21955 Summary : Reevaluates the "out-of-Africa" hypothesis by integrating new evidence of complex evolutionary processes.

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DECEMBER 4, 2024

A recent study, published in the European Journal of Archaeology 1 , suggests these plaques may represent one of humanity's earliest attempts at recording genealogy—a non-verbal precursor to modern ancestry documentation. Book Chapter : Comparative Archaeologies: Prehistoric Iberia , 2011. PDF Link : Academia.edu 1 Lillios, K.

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MARCH 28, 2025

Foreign residents and Japanese of mixed ancestry try to pass as Japanese to avoid the stigma of being a foreigner. Credit: John Ostermiller Preparing for Eid in June 2024 at the Shizuoka Mosque, a converted warehouse located along Mochimune harbor’s waterfront. However, not all foreigners are treated equally in Japan.

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DECEMBER 16, 2024

The findings, published in Nature Communications 1 , reveal a wealth of information about the boy's ancestry, physical traits, health, and the environment in which he lived, offering a rare glimpse into the lives of prehistoric humans. Life history and ancestry of the late Upper Palaeolithic infant from Grotta delle Mura, Italy.

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OCTOBER 3, 2024

Neanderthal DNA is estimated to account for an average of 1% to 4% of the genomes of modern humans with ancestry outside sub-Saharan Africa. Credit: Scientific Reports (2024). The share of Neanderthal DNA is highest among East Asians, intermediate among Europeans, and lowest in Southeast Asians.

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MARCH 7, 2024

Genomic ancestry and social dynamics of the last hunter-gatherers of Atlantic France. Peyroteo-Stjerna, R., Marchand, G., Bernhardsson, C., Alaçamlı, E., Bouquin, D., Garmond, N., Günther, T., & Jakobsson, M. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America , 121 (10).

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APRIL 29, 2024

Teaching about Asian Pacific American Heritage Month April 29, 2024 • Studies Weekly Asian Pacific American Heritage Month is a great opportunity to incorporate culturally responsive teaching into students’ learning experience. Army’s 442nd Regimental Combat Team, a group of soldiers of Japanese ancestry, during World War II.

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JULY 20, 2024

Colors indicate genetic ancestry, and black crosses designate individuals with the plague.Credit: Seersholm et al., Nature (2024) Waves of Plague The new study suggests that Scandinavia experienced three distinguishable waves of plague during the Neolithic period, spanning about 120 years. Staring, J., Pinotti, T., Gaunitz, C.,

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NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Genetic Divides: Farmers in the South, Hunter-Gatherers in the North Distinct Ancestral Lineages Northern Caucasian populations displayed Eastern hunter-gatherer ancestry, while southern groups carried a blend of hunter-gatherer and East Anatolian farmer DNA. Berezin, Y. Broomandkhoshbacht, N., Buzhilova, A. Erlikh, V. Fehren-Schmitz, L.,

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NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Herodotus and the Phrygian Hypothesis Historical Theories on Armenian Origins For centuries, the Greek historian Herodotus’ writings influenced the perception of Armenian ancestry. The results demonstrate a strong genetic continuity within the Armenian highlands, further distancing Armenian ancestry from the Balkans.

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NOVEMBER 2, 2024

Despite their wide geographic distribution, genetic evidence shows that eastern and western Eurasian aurochs populations share recent common ancestry, likely stemming from a southern Asian migration around 100,000 years ago. Interestingly, remnants of earlier ancestry persisted in European populations, suggesting a blend of genetic lineages.

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DECEMBER 19, 2024

A 2024 study by Deng, Nielsen, and Song in Genetics systematically dismantles the bottleneck hypothesis, raising questions about FitCoal’s reliability. A previously reported bottleneck in human ancestry 900 kya is likely a statistical artifact. Challenging the Bottleneck: A Statistical Artifact? link] 2 Deng, Y.,

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NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Implications for Understanding Human Evolution The study’s findings contribute to a broader understanding of human ancestry, emphasizing gradual, continuous change as a driving force in brain evolution. It highlights the adaptability of early humans and their relatives in the face of shifting environmental and social conditions.

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DECEMBER 18, 2024

.” How the Study Was Conducted To uncover the genetic basis for tooth dimensions, the researchers turned to a diverse dataset of 882 Colombian volunteers of mixed European, Native American, and African ancestry. Using high-resolution 3D scans of dental casts, they measured the visible parts of teeth, or dental crowns. Steimetz, E.,

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DECEMBER 3, 2024

This suggests that the shared trait of having large brains, rather than ancestry, shaped these microbial communities. Interestingly, despite humans and squirrel monkeys not being closely related evolutionarily, their gut microbes produced similar effects on the mice. Sumagin, R., Manzanares, L. Sardaro, M. Williams, L. Curley, J. Liechty, E.

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JANUARY 10, 2025

By proclaiming that any persons with Jewish ancestry were barred from the full privileges afforded to Christians, the document suggested that they possessed some Jewish essence that remained even after conversion. For this reason, for Salgado, sixteenth-century blood purity statutes should be understood as racial.

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JANUARY 4, 2025

Coastal regions like Aden and Hudaydah exhibit higher levels of African ancestry, reflecting Yemen’s role in maritime commerce. This period coincides with heightened trade activity, including the exchange of goods such as spices, incense, and slaves. Despite this exchange, Yemen remains genetically distinct from East Africa.

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