All articles tagged with #population history
Ancient genomes from southern Africa reveal deep population stratification, long-term stability, and unique Homo sapiens-specific genetic variants, highlighting southern Africa as a long-standing refugium and providing insights into human evolution and adaptation.
Scientists analyzed DNA from 400 medieval skeletons in Sint-Truiden, revealing insights into migration, population changes, and the presence of the plague in the 14th century, despite limited historical records. The study highlights the cosmopolitan nature of medieval societies and demonstrates how genetic research can uncover hidden chapters of history.
A study published in Current Biology reveals that the genetic components of ancient populations in the western Tibetan Plateau have remained stable over the past 3,500 years, closely resembling those of the southern Tibetan Plateau. The research, conducted by Prof. Fu Qiaomei's team and other institutions, also highlights complex interactions and migrations between these populations and those from Central and South Asia, providing new insights into the region's genetic history.