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Study: Near Oceania Peoples Hold Some of the Oldest Human Genomes, With High Denisovan Ancestry

Study: Near Oceania Peoples Hold Some of the Oldest Human Genomes, With High Denisovan Ancestry

ZME Science reports that researchers found populations in Near Oceania retain very ancient human genetic lineages alongside notable Denisovan contributions. The findings illuminate early human migrations and interbreeding in the region.

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People on These Pacific Islands Have the Most Ancient Genome of All Humans (and a Lot of Denisovan Genes)