Admixture Calculator

MDLP K12

**MDLP K12 (Ancient era)** — A 12-component global admixture calculator that maps your DNA onto deep ancestral clusters. Designed for genetic enthusiasts, researchers, and educators, it highlights prehistoric affinities (e.g., Siberian, Kalash, Near Eastern, Papuan, Amerindian) to reveal major migration signals and long-term population structure. Ideal for high-level historical context and comparative analysis.

12 Components

World Target Region

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Ancient Era

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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 November 2022

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About This Calculator

**MDLP K12 (Ancient era) — What it analyzes** MDLP K12 is an ancient-era admixture calculator that parses a genome into 12 deep ancestral components, helping you explore how present-day DNA reflects prehistoric population structure and migration. It compares an individual's genotype against a panel of reference populations designed to capture major Paleolithic–Neolithic and later dispersals worldwide. **Reference populations included** - Siberian - Caucasian - Indian - African - West European - East European - Southeast Asian (SEA) - Kalash - Near East - Uralic - Amerindian - Papuan **Who this is for** - Genetic genealogy enthusiasts who want deeper historical perspective - Population geneticists and students seeking a compact ancestry breakdown - Educators and historians illustrating large-scale human movements - Anyone curious how ancient population structure contributes to modern diversity **What insights you can gain** - Proportional contributions from broad, historically informative clusters (e.g., West vs East Eurasian, island vs continental, deep Siberian vs Papuan) - Signals of long-range migrations and clines (for example, Uralic or Siberian influence across Eurasia) - Distinctive ancestry components such as Kalash-like South/Central Asian heritage or Amerindian/Papuan non-Eurasian lineages - Hypotheses about continuity vs replacement in local gene pools **Historical and genetic context** MDLP K12 emphasizes deep ancestry rather than recent admixture. Components reflect allele-frequency patterns that align with major prehistoric population events (Out-of-Africa differentiation, Eurasian splits, Australo-Melanesian and Native American branches, steppe and Near Eastern expansions). The “Ancient” era label means the model prioritizes long-standing population structure and ancestral affinities rather than recent, fine-scale admixture. **Why this calculator is valuable** It provides a clear, world-spanning framework to situate your genome within deep human

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Chapter II

Reference Populations

The populations used as genetic references in this calculator

12 Reference Populations

Siberian: Indigenous ethnic groups living in the vast region of Siberia in Russia, characterized by diverse cultures and languages.
Caucasian: Populations originating from the Caucasus region, situated between the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea, displaying diverse ethnic and cultural identities.
Indian: Populations native to the Indian subcontinent, encompassing a multitude of languages, cultures, and religions.
African: Diverse ethnic groups native to the African continent, characterized by a wide range of cultures, languages, and historical backgrounds.
West European: Populations of Western Europe with shared cultural and historical roots, generally speaking Indo-European languages.
East European: Populations originating from Eastern Europe, sharing Slavic languages and influenced by historical migrations and political changes.
SEA (Southeast Asian): Diverse ethnic groups from Southeast Asia, with rich cultures influenced by interactions between indigenous groups and external civilizations.
Kalash: An indigenous minority ethnic group from Pakistan known for their distinct culture, language, and religious practices, differing significantly from surrounding populations.
Neareast (Near Eastern): Populations from the Near East region, historically rich with ancient civilizations, diverse in languages and religions.
Uralic: Ethnic groups speaking Uralic languages, spanning from Eastern Europe to Siberia, including the Finnish and Estonian populations.
Amerindian: Indigenous peoples of the Americas, with diverse cultures and languages that predate European colonization.
Papuan: Indigenous populations of Papua New Guinea and neighboring islands, characterized by a high degree of linguistic and cultural diversity.

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