Admixture Calculator

MDLP K13c

MDLP K13c (Ancient) is a 13-component admixture calculator that estimates deep ancestral affinities worldwide. Designed for genetic enthusiasts, researchers, and students, it reports proportions linked to ancient-informed reference populations (e.g., ASI, Neareast, Siberian, Austronesian). Use it to explore prehistoric population structure, migration signals, and broad ancestral origins—best combined with other genetic and archaeological tools.

13 Components

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Chapter I

Calculator Details

Comprehensive information about this admixture calculator

Author MDLP

Era Ancient

Components 13 Populations

Target Region World

Created May 2024

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About This Calculator

MDLP K13c (Ancient) is an admixture calculator designed to estimate deep ancestral affinities by comparing a tested genome against 13 ancient-informed reference components. It quantifies the proportional contribution of broad ancestral sources — Amerindian, ASI (Ancestral South Indian), Neareast, Siberian, Mediterranean, Ancestor, Northeasteuropean, Subsaharan, Westeuropean, Paleosiberian, Caucasian, Austronesian and Melanesian — to give a clear multi-component portrait of genetic ancestry shaped over millennia. Who it’s for: This tool is built for genetic genealogy enthusiasts, population geneticists, archaeologists, students, and anyone curious about the deep ancestry within their DNA. Because the model is globally oriented, it suits samples from many regions and offers comparative context for both modern and ancient genomes. What you learn: The calculator returns percentage-style admixture results that indicate relative affinities to the 13 reference groups, highlighting ancient population structure, migration-derived mixtures, and residual signals that modern populations carry from prehistoric movements. Results can show, for example, elevated ASI-like or Neareast-like affinity, a Siberian or Paleosiberian signature in northern clines, or Austronesian/Melanesian ties in Pacific-adjacent genomes. Historical and genetic context: MDLP K13c is framed in an 'Ancient' era perspective — components reflect long-standing population clusters and clines rather than recent, fine-grained ethnicity calls. The reference set synthesizes information from archaeological, ancient-DNA, and modern datasets to capture deep patterns such as Eurasian steppe influence, South Asian ancestries, and trans-Pacific connections. Why it’s valuable: MDLP K13c is a robust, interpretable first-pass tool for exploring long-range ancestry signals, forming hypotheses about migration and admixture, and situating individual or study genomes within a broader prehistoric landscape. Users should trea

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Chapter II

Reference Populations

The populations used as genetic references in this calculator

13 Reference Populations

Amerindian: Genetic ancestry stemming from indigenous populations throughout North and South America.
ASI (Ancestral South Indian): A distinct ancestral component found within modern South Asian populations, particularly in southern India.
Neareast: Ancestry originating from populations in the Near East (Middle East), including regions like the Arabian Peninsula, Levant, and Mesopotamia.
Siberian: Genetic ancestry associated with indigenous communities inhabiting the vast Siberian region of Russia.
Mediterranean: Ancestry associated with populations surrounding the Mediterranean Sea, encompassing parts of Southern Europe, North Africa, and the Levant.
Ancestor: A broad term referring to any person from whom one is descended, often used in the context of genetic ancestry.
Northeasteuropean: Genetic ancestry linked to populations of Northeastern Europe, including the Baltic states, Finland, and parts of Russia.
Subsaharan: Ancestry originating from populations south of the Sahara Desert in Africa.
Westeuropean: Genetic ancestry associated with populations of Western Europe, including countries like France, Spain, the United Kingdom, and Germany.
Paleosiberian: Ancestry linked to ancient populations of Siberia, predating the arrival of more recent groups like the Northeast Asians.
Caucasian: Genetic heritage associated with populations originating from the Caucasus Mountains region, known for its ethnic and linguistic diversity.
Austronesian: Ancestry found in populations spread across Southeast Asia, Oceania, and Madagascar, linked by a common linguistic and cultural heritage.
Melanesian: Genetic ancestry associated with populations native to the islands of Melanesia, including Papua New Guinea, Fiji, and Vanuatu.

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 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
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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