Eurasia Ancient Near East K13
Eurasia Ancient Near East K13 — An ancient-aware admixture calculator that breaks your DNA into 13 deep ancestry components (e.g., Anatolia_Neolithic, Iran_Neolithic, CHG, WHG/SHG, Siberian, SE Asian, Papuan, Karitiana, Sub-Saharan). Ideal for researchers and curious users worldwide, it reveals ancient migrations, farmer-forager mixes, and long-range gene flow shaping modern genomes.
Calculator Details
Comprehensive information about this admixture calculator
About This Calculator
Eurasia Ancient Near East K13 (Era: Ancient)
This calculator decomposes an individual's autosomal DNA into proportions of 13 ancient and deep ancestry components tied to Eurasia and neighboring regions. It is built from a curated panel representing Paleolithic, Neolithic, Mesolithic and remote hunter-gatherer sources to highlight the major ancestral threads that shaped Eurasian and global diversity.
What this analyzes
- Proportional contribution from 13 reference populations: SE_ASIAN, ANATOLIA_NEOLITHIC, CHG_EEF, POLAR, EHG, SUB_SAHARAN, IRAN_NEOLITHIC, KARITIANA, ANCESTRAL_INDIAN, NATUFIAN, SIBERIAN, PAPUAN, SHG_WHG.
- Signals of ancient migrations, farmer/forager admixture, and distant non-Eurasian inputs that persisted into modern populations.
Who it's designed for
- Global audience: researchers, students, genealogists and ancestry enthusiasts who want an ancient-aware breakdown rather than only modern reference matches.
Insights you can gain
- Relative influence of Anatolian farmers, Iranian and CHG-related pastoralists, and European hunter-gatherers (WHG/SHG/EHG).
- Traces of eastern Eurasian and Siberian inputs, Papuan/SE Asian affinities, and distant Amerindian or Sub-Saharan components where present.
- Context for regional histories: the Neolithic agricultural expansion, Steppe-related movements, and long-range gene flow events.
Historical and genetic context This model synthesizes well-studied ancient groups—Anatolia Neolithic farmers, Iran Neolithic agropastoralists, Caucasus hunter-gatherer (CHG)-related ancestry, European Mesolithic hunter-gatherers (WHG/SHG/EHG)—with broader global references to capture admixture footprints left by migrations, trade and isolation.
Why valuable
- Ancient-informed resolution: interprets modern genomes through the lens of deep ancestry.
- Comparative: useful for cross-population studies and personal exploration of deep roots.
Caveats
- Outputs are model-based estimates dependent on refer
Reference Populations
The populations used as genetic references in this calculator
13 Reference Populations
Reference Panels
SE_ASIAN: Populations from Southeast Asia, encompassing diverse ethnic groups with rich cultural histories, often influenced by Indian and Chinese civilizations.
ANATOLIA_NEOLITHIC: Ancient populations from Anatolia during the Neolithic period, known for early farming and settled life.
CHG_EEF: Caucasus Hunter-Gatherer and Early European Farmer populations, key in spreading agriculture into Europe.
POLAR: Populations from Arctic and sub-Arctic regions, adapted to extremely cold environments.
EHG: Eastern European Hunter-Gatherers, with a lifestyle centered on hunting and gathering in Eastern Europe.
SUB_SAHARAN: Diverse groups from sub-Saharan Africa, characterized by significant genetic diversity and ancient lineages.
IRAN_NEOLITHIC: Early agricultural communities from the Iranian plateau, important for the spread of farming technologies.
KARITIANA: Indigenous people of the Amazon, specifically in Brazil, with distinct genetic profiles and cultural practices.
ANCESTRAL_INDIAN: Ancient populations contributing to the genetic makeup of modern Indian subcontinent's populations.
NATUFIAN: Epipaleolithic culture in the Levant, often regarded as precursors to the first farming societies.
SIBERIAN: Populations from Siberia, known for their adaptation to harsh climatic conditions and migratory patterns.
PAPUAN: Indigenous groups of Papua New Guinea and surrounding areas, unique in their genetic heritage and isolated development.
SHG_WHG: Scandinavian Hunter-Gatherers and Western Hunter-Gatherers, early European populations pre-dating agricultural societies.
Continent Groupings
- Asia: SE_ASIAN, ANCESTRAL_INDIAN, IRAN_NEOLITHIC, SIBERIAN, PAPUAN
- Europe: ANATOLIA_NEOLITHIC, CHG_EEF, EHG, SHG_WHG
- Africa: NATUFIAN, SUB_SAHARAN
- Americas: KARITIANA
- Polar Regions: POLAR
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 13 carefully selected ancient populations as references, allowing for a detailed breakdown of your genetic heritage.
How It Works
- Your DNA is compared to 13 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