Admixture Calculator

MDLP K12e

MDLP K12e (Ancient) is a 12-component admixture calculator that maps modern and ancient genomes onto deep prehistoric reference clusters — from Archaic and Natufian to EHG, CHG, ASI, Papuan and Oceanic. Designed for global users, it provides an accessible snapshot of ancient ancestry signals, helping enthusiasts and researchers explore prehistoric migrations and population structure. Note: components are model proxies, not admixture dates.

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Chapter I

Calculator Details

Comprehensive information about this admixture calculator

Author MDLP

Era Ancient

Components 12 Populations

Target Region World

Created May 2024

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About This Calculator

MDLP K12e (Ancient) is a 12-component admixture calculator designed to place modern and ancient DNA samples into a deep-time framework of human population history. It quantifies the proportionate affinity of a tested genome to 12 carefully chosen reference clusters — Archaic, Oceanic, Southern Hunter-Gatherer (SHG), Pygmy, Southeast Asian (SEA), Papuan, Eastern Hunter-Gatherer (EHG), Onge, East Asian (EA), Caucasus Hunter-Gatherer (CHG), Ancestral South Indian (ASI) and Natufian — that capture broad, ancient population structure across Eurasia, South Asia, Oceania and Africa. Who this is for: MDLP K12e is intended for genetic enthusiasts, students, and researchers who want a clear, interpretable snapshot of ancient ancestry signals in a global context. It is suitable for users comparing personal genomic results, exploring population-level patterns, or integrating ancient affinities into archaeological and anthropological interpretations. What it analyzes and the insights you can gain: The calculator estimates how much each ancient reference contributes to a target genome, highlighting deep ancestries such as hunter-gatherer lineages (EHG, SHG, CHG), early Near Eastern components (Natufian), South Asian structure (ASI, Onge), Oceanian and Papuan signals, and residual archaic affinity. Results help trace major prehistoric migrations — for example, steppe-related EHG/CHG influence, the spread of Near Eastern farmers, coastal and islander lineages in Oceania, and the complex South Asian admixture cline — giving users a high-level map of their ancient genetic roots. Context and value: By using ancient and deeply divergent reference clusters, MDLP K12e emphasizes ancestry on a timescale relevant to prehistory rather than recent historical admixture. It is a valuable exploratory tool for hypothesis generation, comparative analysis across populations, and educational demonstration of major prehistoric genetic turns. Users should note limitations: component labels are mod

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Chapter II

Reference Populations

The populations used as genetic references in this calculator

12 Reference Populations

Archaic: Early humans who lived outside of Africa, characterized by distinct physical features and tool technologies.
Oceanic: Diverse group of populations inhabiting the islands of the Pacific Ocean, including Melanesians, Micronesians, and Polynesians.
Southern Hunter-Gatherer (SHG): Hunter-gatherer populations that inhabited Southern Europe before the arrival of farmers from the Near East.
Pygmy: Indigenous peoples of Central Africa known for their short stature, traditionally hunter-gatherers living in forest environments.
Southeast Asian (SEA): Diverse group of populations inhabiting Southeast Asia, a region of great cultural and linguistic diversity.
Papuan: Indigenous peoples inhabiting the island of New Guinea and surrounding islands, genetically distinct from other populations in Southeast Asia and Oceania.
Eastern Hunter-Gatherer (EHG): Hunter-gatherer populations that inhabited Eastern Europe before the arrival of farmers from the Near East.
Onge: Indigenous people of the Andaman Islands in the Bay of Bengal, traditionally hunter-gatherers with a unique culture and language.
East Asian (EA): Diverse group of populations inhabiting East Asia, including Chinese, Japanese, Koreans, and Mongolians.
Caucasus Hunter-Gatherer (CHG): Hunter-gatherer populations that inhabited the Caucasus region before the arrival of farmers from the Near East.
Ancestral South Indian (ASI): Ancient population that contributed to the ancestry of modern South Asians, genetically distinct from the Ancient North Indians (ANI).
Natufian: Late Epipaleolithic culture in the Levant region of the Near East, semi-sedentary hunter-gatherers who lived in villages and practiced early forms of agriculture.

Grouped by Continent

Africa: Pygmy
Europe: Southern Hunter-Gatherer (SHG), Eastern Hunter-Gatherer (EHG), Caucasus Hunter-Gatherer (CHG)
Asia: Southeast Asian (SEA), East Asian (EA), Ancestral South Indian (ASI), Onge
Oceania: Oceanic, Papuan
Near East: Natufian

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 12 carefully selected ancient populations as references, allowing for a detailed breakdown of your genetic heritage.

How It Works

Your DNA is compared to 12 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