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Historic Roots K24

Historic Roots K24 is an ancient-era admixture calculator that decomposes your DNA into contributions from 22 curated ancient reference populations. Suited for global users—researchers, genealogists, and enthusiasts—it reveals deep-time ancestry proportions (Neolithic farmers, Bronze Age steppe, Anatolian, Zagros, African, East Asian, etc.), links genetic signals to archaeological migrations, and helps contextualize personal DNA in human prehistory.

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Chapter I

Calculator Details

Comprehensive information about this admixture calculator

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About This Calculator

Historic Roots K24 is an ancient-era admixture calculator that estimates deep-time ancestry by comparing your DNA to a curated panel of 22 ancient reference populations. Designed for a global audience—researchers, family historians, students of population history, and curious individuals—it reconstructs the palette of ancestral components that shaped modern genomes across continents. The calculator quantifies proportional contributions from sources such as Anatolian farmers, Yamnaya & Corded Ware pastoralists, Bell Beaker groups, Zagros highland peoples, Minoans & Mycenaeans, early South Asian (Indus Valley) profiles, and diverse African, East Asian, Siberian, and Oceanian ancestries. What this tool analyzes: using a 24-component modeling framework (Historic Roots K24), it projects a user’s genotype onto ancient population signatures to produce percentage estimates of ancestry from each reference. Output highlights major prehistoric migrations, admixture events, and regional affinities—revealing, for example, steppe-derived, Near Eastern farmer, indigenous African, or East Asian contributions and how they combine in your genetic makeup. Insights users gain: clear proportional breakdowns, comparative context versus ancient populations, and interpretive notes that link genetic signals to archaeological and historical patterns (Neolithic farming dispersals, Bronze Age steppe expansions, maritime Aegean exchange, Austronesian dispersals, and more). The calculator emphasizes deep-time connections rather than modern national labels, helping users place their DNA within long-term population dynamics. Why it’s valuable: Historic Roots K24 blends genetic rigor and accessible explanation to turn raw genotype data into a narrative of human movement and mixture. It is a research-friendly tool for hypothesis generation, education, and personal discovery. Important limitations are also noted: results depend on sample overlap, reference representation, and are probabilistic rec
Chapter II

Reference Populations

The populations used as genetic references in this calculator

24 Reference Populations

  • Aboriginal Australia

    • Indigenous populations of Australia with unique genetic lineages and cultural heritages.
  • Africa South & West

    • Diverse ethnic groups from the southern and western regions of Africa, known for rich cultural and linguistic diversity.
  • Amazigh

    • Indigenous Berber peoples of North Africa, particularly in areas of Algeria, Morocco, and Tunisia.
  • Anatolian

    • Ancient populations residing in what is now modern Turkey, known for early civilizations like the Hittites.
  • Arabia, Levant, and Egypt

    • Diverse ethnic groups from the Arabian Peninsula, the Levantine corridor, and ancient Egyptian civilizations.
  • Bell Beaker

    • Prehistoric European culture known for distinctive pottery, widespread in western and central Europe.
  • Caucasus

    • Ethnic groups from the mountainous region between the Black and Caspian Seas, characterized by rich linguistic diversity.
  • Central Steppe

    • Nomadic peoples from the central Asian steppes, significant in ancient migrations and cultural exchanges.
  • Cushitic Africa

    • Populations in the Horn of Africa, associated with Cushitic languages and distinctive cultural practices.
  • East Asia

    • Diverse populations across countries like China, Japan, and Korea with significant historical civilizations.
  • First Nations

    • Indigenous peoples of Canada and northern North America with rich cultural heritages.
  • India & Indus Valley

    • Traditional cultures from the Indian subcontinent, including the early Indus Valley Civilization.
  • Mesopotamia

    • Ancient civilizations from the region between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, known as the \Cradle of Civilization."
  • Minoans & Mycenaeans

    • Early Bronze Age civilizations from Crete and mainland Greece, known for significant contributions to Greek culture.
  • Mongolia

    • Nomadic groups from Mongolia, influential in the formation of the Mongol Empire under Genghis Khan.
  • Northern Levant

    • Regional populations from the northern part of the Levant, bridging Africa, Asia, and Europe.
  • Oceania

    • Indigenous peoples from islands in the Pacific Ocean, known for unique maritime cultures and traditions.
  • Siberia

    • Diverse indigenous groups from expansive Siberia, with adaptations to harsh climates.
  • Southeast Asia & Austronesian

    • Populations from Southeast Asia, known for maritime cultures and Austronesian language family.
  • West Med

    • Ethnic groups from the western Mediterranean region, including parts of southern Europe and North Africa.
  • Yamnaya & Corded Ware

    • Proto-Indo-European cultures associated with the migration from the Pontic-Caspian steppe into Europe.
  • Zagros

    • Populations from the Zagros Mountains, known for early agricultural and pastoral developments.

Grouped by Continent

  • Africa

    • Africa South & West
    • Amazigh
    • Cushitic Africa
  • Asia

    • Arabian, Levant, and Egypt (Part of)
    • East Asia
    • India & Indus Valley
    • Mesopotamia (Part of)
    • Central Steppe
    • Caucasus
    • Mongolia
    • Northern Levant (Part of)
    • Siberia
    • Zagros
  • Europe

    • Anatolian
    • Bell Beaker
    • Minoans & Mycenaeans
    • West Med
    • Yamnaya & Corded Ware
  • Oceania

    • Aboriginal Australia
    • Oceania
  • Americas

    • First Nations
  • Mixed/Transcontinental Regions

    • Arabia, Levant, and Egypt (Part of)
    • Mesopotamia (Part of)
    • Northern Levant (Part of)
    • Southeast Asia & Austronesian "
Chapter III

Understanding Admixture Analysis

Learn how admixture calculators work and how to interpret your results

What is Admixture Analysis?

Admixture analysis is a method used to estimate your genetic ancestry by comparing your DNA to reference populations from around the world. Think of it as creating a recipe of your genetic makeup, where the ingredients are different ancestral populations.

This calculator uses 24 carefully selected ancient populations as references, allowing for a detailed breakdown of your genetic heritage.

How It Works

  • Your DNA is compared to 24 reference populations
  • Ancient populations are used as genetic references
  • Results show your genetic similarity to these populations
  • More accurate with a diverse reference panel

Understanding Your Results

Your results will show percentages of genetic similarity to these reference populations. Remember these important points:

  • Results reflect genetic similarity, not direct ancestry
  • Ancient populations are used as references
  • Percentages indicate relative genetic contribution
  • Results are estimates based on available reference data