Tag: ancient DNA
Unmasking the Huns: Genetic Threads Reveal a Mosaic Empire
Cutting-edge ancient DNA analysis unveils the complex and diverse origins of the Huns, reshaping our understanding of one of history’s most enigmatic invaders.
Ancient DNA Reveals Complex Ancestry of Early Caucasus and Lower Volga Populations
New genetic analysis provides insights into the interactions and migrations that shaped ancient populations in the Caucasus and Lower Volga regions.
Ancient Humans Evolved New Blood Types to Survive Beyond Africa
A groundbreaking study uncovers how ancient humans developed new blood types after leaving Africa, acquiring traits from Neanderthals and adapting to new environments.
Iron Age Britain’s Women: Guardians of Land and Legacy
New DNA analysis reveals that 2,000 years ago, women played central roles in British Celtic societies, with husbands joining their wives' communities after marriage.
DNA Breakthrough: How Ancient Bones Could Rewrite British History
A groundbreaking DNA testing technique, Twigstats, is poised to revolutionize our understanding of British history. Scientists at the Francis Crick Institute and King’s College London are using this method to analyze genetic changes in ancient human remains, potentially resolving long-debated mysteries about migration and cultural shifts in Britain.