Admixture Calculator

PuntDNAL K12 Near East

**PuntDNAL K12 Near East** is a 12-way ModernAncient admixture calculator that partitions your genome into proportions from key Near Eastern and global reference populations (e.g., Anatolian_N, Natufian_HG, Iran_N, EHG-Steppe). Ideal for genealogists, students, and researchers, it links modern genotypes to formative ancient sources, illuminating Neolithic, hunter‑gatherer, steppe, and African influences with clear, interpretable results.

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World Target Region

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Modern & Ancient Era

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Chapter I

Calculator Details

Comprehensive information about this admixture calculator

Author PuntDNAL

Era Modern & Ancient

Components 12 Populations

Target Region World

Created November 2022

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About This Calculator

**PuntDNAL K12 Near East — ModernAncient Admixture Calculator** This calculator estimates genome-wide ancestry proportions using a curated panel of 12 reference populations spanning ancient and modern lineages relevant to the Near East and adjacent regions. It decomposes a user genotype into proportional contributions from: EHG-Steppe, Oceanian, East Eurasian, Iran_N, Siberian, Sub-Saharan, African_HG, South Eurasian, Western_HG, Natufian_HG, Amerindian, and Anatolian_N. Who this is for: - Genetic ancestry enthusiasts and genealogists seeking richer context for Near Eastern and global ancestry signals - Archaeogenetic researchers and students comparing modern samples to key ancient sources - Anyone curious about deep-time population dynamics and migratory legacies What it analyzes and the insights you’ll gain: - Quantitative admixture proportions showing how much your genome resembles each reference population - Signal of ancient Near Eastern components (Natufian_HG, Anatolian_N, Iran_N) versus later inflows (EHG-Steppe) - Distinct African contributions (Sub-Saharan, African_HG) and rarer affinities (Oceanian, Amerindian, East Eurasian) - Clues to historical processes: Neolithic farmer expansions, hunter-gatherer substrata, Bronze Age steppe movements, and long-range gene flow Genetic and historical context: The Near East is a crucible of human prehistory — home to early farming, complex hunter-gatherer admixtures, and crossroads for Eurasian migrations. By including both ancient genomes (Anatolian_N, Iran_N, Natufian_HG, Western_HG) and broad regional clusters (EHG-Steppe, Sub-Saharan, East Eurasian), this model connects modern genotypes to formative demographic events. Why PuntDNAL K12 Near East is valuable: - Balanced, interpretable 12-way results suitable for comparison across studies - Bridges modern ancestry inference with archaeogenetic reference points for richer storytelling - Useful for exploratory analysis, hypothesis generation, and educational

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Chapter II

Reference Populations

The populations used as genetic references in this calculator

12 Reference Populations

EHG-Steppe: Eastern Hunter-Gatherers from the Eurasian Steppe region, known for their role in the spread of Indo-European languages.
Oceanian: Indigenous populations from the Pacific Islands, including Melanesians, Micronesians, and Polynesians, with a unique genetic signature.
East Eurasian: Populations from East Asia including Chinese, Japanese, and Koreans, characterized by distinct genetic markers.
Iran_N: Neolithic populations from the region of modern-day Iran, significant in the spread of agriculture into Europe and Asia.
Siberian: Indigenous groups from Siberia, known for their adaptations to cold environments.
Sub-Saharan: Indigenous hunter-gatherer populations from Sub-Saharan Africa, representing some of the most diverse genetic lineages.
African_HG: African Hunter-Gatherers, encompassing groups with deep ancestral roots in Africa.
South Eurasian: Populations from South Asia, including India, Pakistan, and surrounding areas, with a rich historical background.
Western_HG: Western European hunter-gatherers, early inhabitants of Europe before the spread of agriculture.
Natufian_HG: Prehistoric hunter-gatherers from the Levant, significant for their role in early agriculture development.
Amerindian: Indigenous populations of the Americas, with roots tracing back to the first migrations from Siberia.
Anatolian_N: Neolithic populations from Anatolia, key contributors to the spread of farming into Europe.

Continents

Europe & Asia: EHG-Steppe, East Eurasian, Iran_N, South Eurasian, Western_HG, Anatolian_N
Africa: Sub-Saharan, African_HG
Oceania: Oceanian
America: Amerindian

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 modern and ancient populations as references, allowing for a detailed breakdown of your genetic heritage.

How It Works

Your DNA is compared to 12 reference populations
Modern & 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
Modern & Ancient populations are used as references
Percentages indicate relative genetic contribution
Results are estimates based on available reference data