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DECEMBER 13, 2024

Among these pioneers were individuals whose lives and genetic histories have now been reconstructed from the oldest modern human genomes yet sequenced. “This shared Neanderthal ancestry marks a pivotal chapter in the history of modern humans outside Africa,” remarked Johannes Krause, the study’s senior author.

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DECEMBER 13, 2024

By analyzing distinctive genetic markers, researchers quantified this percentage, shedding light on the enduring impact of interbreeding events in human evolutionary history. “Most non-Africans today carry 1-2% Neanderthal ancestry, underscoring the impact of these interactions on the settlement of regions outside Africa.”

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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

This genome is from a distinct lineage of late Neanderthals, adding new information to the complex history of the species. The DNA was analyzed along with other known Neanderthal genomes to understand their shared history.” 1 Slimak, L., Seguin-Orlando, A., Zanolli, C., Joannes-Boyau, R., Arnold, L. Devièse, T., Comeskey, D.,

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OCTOBER 8, 2024

New research 1 into ancient DNA from this site has now provided groundbreaking insights into the genetic history of its inhabitants, revealing a remarkable genetic continuity over thousands of years. The Oakhurst site, which dates back over 12,000 years, provides a unique opportunity to explore southern Africa's genetic and cultural history.

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JANUARY 20, 2024

In a groundbreaking revelation, over 1,600 ancient genomes have opened a window into the genetic history of modern Europeans. Modern Europeans, with diverse genetic ancestries, carry traits influenced by the hunter-gatherers, farmers, and pastoralists. 1 Allentoft, M. -G., Pearson, A., Sousa da Mota, B., Schulz Paulsson, B.,

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JULY 12, 2024

This discovery, spearheaded by researchers from Southeast University and Princeton University, sheds new light on the complex history of human evolution and interaction. The research underscores the long-standing history of contact between these two hominin groups. Bierman, R. F., & Akey, J.

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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. A large new study has revealed new insight into the evolutionary history of Japanese people. Tomizuka, K., Ishikawa, Y., Horikoshi, M., Gakuhari, T., Ikegawa, S., Matsuda, K.,

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MAY 7, 2024

A view of the excavation site at an Avar cemetery in Rákóczifalva, Hungary Eötvös Loránd University, Budapest Unraveling the Mysteries of the Avar Empire The Avars, originating from Central Asia, embarked on a historic migration to Eastern Europe, leaving an indelible mark on the region's history. Rácz, Z.,

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JUNE 23, 2024

Introduction A new study, recently released as a preprint on bioRxiv , sharpens the timeline for this crucial period in human history. 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.

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DECEMBER 5, 2024

A recent study led by researchers from London’s Natural History Museum and the KU Leuven Institute of Philosophy reignites the debate over whether Homo sapiens and Neanderthals ( Homo neanderthalensis ) should be classified as separate species. Journal : Nature Ecology & Evolution , 2024. What Defines a Species?

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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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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. The genomic history of southeastern Europe." Current Biology, 31(5), 1110-1120. DOI: 10.1016/j.cub.2020.11.029

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Studies Weekly

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. People of Asian and Pacific Islander descent have been a part of United States history since its earliest days.

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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. 1 Seersholm, F. Sjögren, K.-G.,

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NOVEMBER 25, 2024

A whole-genome study 1 challenges Herodotus’ theory that Armenians are descendants of Phrygian settlers from the Balkans, providing new evidence that reshapes our understanding of the region’s deep genetic history. Assyrian Links to Sasun Disproved Another long-standing hypothesis was also debunked.

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NOVEMBER 2, 2024

Through extensive DNA analysis, scientists from Trinity College Dublin, in collaboration with an international research team, have unlocked the complex genetic history of the aurochs—a prehistoric species that has been central to human culture, depicted in ancient art and later domesticated into what we know today as modern cattle.

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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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DECEMBER 19, 2024

A 2024 study by Deng, Nielsen, and Song in Genetics systematically dismantles the bottleneck hypothesis, raising questions about FitCoal’s reliability. Inferring human population size and separation history from multiple genome sequences. Inference of human population history from individual whole-genome sequences.

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NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Largest Dataset to Date The researchers analyzed the most extensive dataset of human fossil evidence ever compiled, spanning seven million years of evolutionary history. However, the new study challenges this idea, presenting a more nuanced perspective of incremental growth. Source: Brain, Behavior and Evolution. Püschel, T. Barton, R.

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DECEMBER 3, 2024

The evolution of the human brain is one of the most remarkable chapters in our species' history. This suggests that the shared trait of having large brains, rather than ancestry, shaped these microbial communities. Brain tissue, one of the most metabolically expensive types, requires a steady and substantial energy supply. Sumagin, R.,

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Political Science Now

JANUARY 10, 2025

.” In 2019, The New York Times Magazine launched The 1619 Project , a collaborative historiographic work that sought to recenter the role of slavery and anti-Black racism in the American founding and the countrys subsequent history. Attending to the multiple origins of race helps us better understand the concepts complex history.

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JANUARY 4, 2025

While much attention has been paid to early human dispersals out of Africa, Yemen’s role in shaping human history remains understudied. Coastal regions like Aden and Hudaydah exhibit higher levels of African ancestry, reflecting Yemen’s role in maritime commerce. Read more 1 Henschel, A., Saif-Ali, R., Al-Habori, M.,

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