"Unveiling the Crucial Role of the Persian Plateau in Early Human Migration Out of Africa"
A new study has identified the Persian Plateau as a crucial hub for early human migration out of Africa, challenging previous understandings of human expansion into Eurasia. The research, published in Nature Communications, reveals the plateau as a region where population waves originated, supporting a larger population compared to other areas in West Asia. Genetic evidence indicates a long-lasting differentiation in the area, emphasizing its significance for early human settlement and subsequent migrations. The findings shed light on a critical period in human history and highlight the need for further archaeological exploration in the region.