Iron Age Britain, Matrilocality, and DNA in Dorset
New ancient DNA from Dorset reveals a rare matrilocal kin group, Channel-linked ancestry, and what it means for Iron Age Britain and your own DNA results.
Haplogroup I1 and the Rise of Scandinavian Paternal DNA
New ancient DNA evidence shows how haplogroup I1 became a major Scandinavian paternal lineage after surviving centuries at low frequency in prehistoric Europe.
The Fulani DNA Signal and What It Really Points To
New population genetics findings reveal a North African-related signal in Fulani DNA, but the deeper story involves Sahelian history, migration, and internal diversity.
Arras Culture DNA Study Rewrites East Yorkshire History
A 534-genome ancient DNA study shows the Arras Culture was local to Britain, not a Marne migrant group, revealing new insights into Iron Age ancestry and migration.
Ancient DNA and the Silk Road: What the Genomes Show
A large ancient DNA study along the Silk Road corridor finds rising diversity over time, but little evidence that trade alone transformed local populations.
Lapita DNA, Polynesian Migration, and the Papuan Zero
New Global25 modeling reveals early Lapita settlers lacked Papuan ancestry, Vanuatu underwent major turnover, and Polynesian migration spans two oceans.
The Black Irish Myth and What Ancient DNA Shows
A pre-Armada Irish genome baseline and 85 living samples test the Black Irish myth, revealing little support for a Spanish origin story.
Ancient DNA and Celtic Languages: What the Data Shows
Ancient DNA reveals that the Celtic language story is more complex than a single homeland, with Bronze Age migrations, regional continuity, and modern genetic distance shaping the picture.
Solutrean Hypothesis vs Ancient DNA: What the Data Shows
New ancient DNA comparisons challenge the Solutrean hypothesis, showing Clovis ancestry aligns with Siberian sources, while contaminated genomes can mislead models.
Bene Israel DNA Analysis, What Genetics Reveals
A genetic look at the Bene Israel of India shows a strong mix of Indian and Middle Eastern ancestry, with results that hold up against placebo tests and historical context.
Otzi the Iceman and What His DNA Really Reveals
New genetic analyses show Otzi was closest to Sardinians by autosomal DNA, while a rare Tyrolean Y-chromosome match tells a very different story about ancestry.
Neanderthal DNA and Health: 4 Segments in Your Genome
Learn how Neanderthal DNA can influence COVID-19 severity, pain sensitivity, and allergy risk, and what these ancient segments may mean for your ancestry.