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Cave bone fragments reveal previously unknown ancient human relative

Original: Genetic analysis of hundreds of tiny bone fragments found in the same cave that yielded the first fossil remains of the

Genetic analysis of hundreds of tiny bone fragments from the cave that first yielded Denisovan fossils indicates the region was once home to a previously unknown hominin population. Researchers identified the new group through DNA extracted from the fragments rather than complete skeletons. The finding suggests multiple human lineages coexisted in the area, adding to a growing picture of ancient human diversity in Asia.

Why now: The discovery of a new hominin lineage from DNA alone is a striking advance in human evolution research.

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• Genetic analysis of hundreds of tiny bone fragments found in the same cave that yielded the first fossil remains of the Denisovans has revealed that the region was once also home to a previously… # science # archaeology # genetics https://www. newscientist.com/article/25919… · Econopass@flipboard.com · 4

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