Neolithic Expansion in the Aegean Sven June 27, 2025 – 5 min read Share this post Papers Genomic Analysis of 47 Ancient People from the Alps, close to where the Tyrolean Iceman Ötzi was found Tyrolean Iceman Genetics and Alpine Archaeological Heritage In the heart of the Eastern Italian Alps, the study of genetic diversity and structure reveals a historical tapestry woven from ancient genomes. This breathtaking region, famed for its iconic mountain passes like Passo del Brennero, was a crossroads for populations from the By Jamie L • 5 min read Scenes from the famous Kalevala Papers Medieval Finland: Insights from Archaeogenetics Excavating Ancestral Ties: The Journey Through Ancient DNA in Finland In an ambitious endeavor to unravel the past, researchers have dived deep into the strands of ancient DNA extracted from three medieval cemeteries in Finland, shedding light on the genetic continuity and social complexities of our ancestors. The sites in By Sven • 4 min read Papers Mapping the Ancient Pathogens: Unraveling the Evolutionary History of Human Disease in Eurasia Ancient Pathogens in Eurasia A Journey Through 37,000 Years of Human-Pathogen Interactions Unearthing Ancient Pathogens through the Ages This comprehensive exploration embarks on a riveting journey through the origins and distribution of human pathogens in ancient Eurasia over a span of 37,000 years. The fascinating narrative is woven By Sven • 4 min read Papers Genomic Analysis of 47 Ancient People from the Alps, close to where the Tyrolean Iceman Ötzi was found Tyrolean Iceman Genetics and Alpine Archaeological Heritage In the heart of the Eastern Italian Alps, the study of genetic diversity and structure reveals a historical tapestry woven from ancient genomes. This breathtaking region, famed for its iconic mountain passes like Passo del Brennero, was a crossroads for populations from the By Jamie L • 5 min read Scenes from the famous Kalevala Papers Medieval Finland: Insights from Archaeogenetics Excavating Ancestral Ties: The Journey Through Ancient DNA in Finland In an ambitious endeavor to unravel the past, researchers have dived deep into the strands of ancient DNA extracted from three medieval cemeteries in Finland, shedding light on the genetic continuity and social complexities of our ancestors. The sites in By Sven • 4 min read Papers Mapping the Ancient Pathogens: Unraveling the Evolutionary History of Human Disease in Eurasia Ancient Pathogens in Eurasia A Journey Through 37,000 Years of Human-Pathogen Interactions Unearthing Ancient Pathogens through the Ages This comprehensive exploration embarks on a riveting journey through the origins and distribution of human pathogens in ancient Eurasia over a span of 37,000 years. The fascinating narrative is woven By Sven • 4 min read Papers All Roads Lead to Rome - the DNA Journey from Anatolia An Ancient DNA Journey Through Anatolia: Genetic Legacy of the Roman Empire Set against the backdrop of the sprawling Roman Empire, a fascinating new study delves into the genetic legacy of Anatolia, uncovering how the waves of history cascaded across this unique geographical bridge between continents. With its strategic position By Caterina • 4 min read Papers Revisiting Skhūl I: New Insights into Ancient Burial Practices from 140,000 years ago in the Levant The Remarkable Skhūl I Child from Mount Carmel: A Window into Ancient Human Origins In an awe-inspiring piece of archaeological detective work, the bones of a child discovered back in 1931 have once again stirred the minds of scientists at the Skhūl Cave on Mount Carmel in Israel. This site By Caterina • 3 min read Papers Ancient Corinth: The Genetic Connections Between a Greek Colony and Its Metropolis Ancient Greek Colonization: A Journey Through Time and Genetics Ancient Greek Colonization: A Journey Through Time and Genetics The Dawn of Greek Expansion The fascinating world of ancient Greek colonization, an era that marked a significant chapter in history, reveals a tapestry of migratory expeditions and cultural interplay. This period, By Caterina • 4 min read
Papers Genomic Analysis of 47 Ancient People from the Alps, close to where the Tyrolean Iceman Ötzi was found Tyrolean Iceman Genetics and Alpine Archaeological Heritage In the heart of the Eastern Italian Alps, the study of genetic diversity and structure reveals a historical tapestry woven from ancient genomes. This breathtaking region, famed for its iconic mountain passes like Passo del Brennero, was a crossroads for populations from the By Jamie L • 5 min read
Scenes from the famous Kalevala Papers Medieval Finland: Insights from Archaeogenetics Excavating Ancestral Ties: The Journey Through Ancient DNA in Finland In an ambitious endeavor to unravel the past, researchers have dived deep into the strands of ancient DNA extracted from three medieval cemeteries in Finland, shedding light on the genetic continuity and social complexities of our ancestors. The sites in By Sven • 4 min read
Papers Mapping the Ancient Pathogens: Unraveling the Evolutionary History of Human Disease in Eurasia Ancient Pathogens in Eurasia A Journey Through 37,000 Years of Human-Pathogen Interactions Unearthing Ancient Pathogens through the Ages This comprehensive exploration embarks on a riveting journey through the origins and distribution of human pathogens in ancient Eurasia over a span of 37,000 years. The fascinating narrative is woven By Sven • 4 min read
Papers Genomic Analysis of 47 Ancient People from the Alps, close to where the Tyrolean Iceman Ötzi was found Tyrolean Iceman Genetics and Alpine Archaeological Heritage In the heart of the Eastern Italian Alps, the study of genetic diversity and structure reveals a historical tapestry woven from ancient genomes. This breathtaking region, famed for its iconic mountain passes like Passo del Brennero, was a crossroads for populations from the By Jamie L • 5 min read
Scenes from the famous Kalevala Papers Medieval Finland: Insights from Archaeogenetics Excavating Ancestral Ties: The Journey Through Ancient DNA in Finland In an ambitious endeavor to unravel the past, researchers have dived deep into the strands of ancient DNA extracted from three medieval cemeteries in Finland, shedding light on the genetic continuity and social complexities of our ancestors. The sites in By Sven • 4 min read
Papers Mapping the Ancient Pathogens: Unraveling the Evolutionary History of Human Disease in Eurasia Ancient Pathogens in Eurasia A Journey Through 37,000 Years of Human-Pathogen Interactions Unearthing Ancient Pathogens through the Ages This comprehensive exploration embarks on a riveting journey through the origins and distribution of human pathogens in ancient Eurasia over a span of 37,000 years. The fascinating narrative is woven By Sven • 4 min read
Papers All Roads Lead to Rome - the DNA Journey from Anatolia An Ancient DNA Journey Through Anatolia: Genetic Legacy of the Roman Empire Set against the backdrop of the sprawling Roman Empire, a fascinating new study delves into the genetic legacy of Anatolia, uncovering how the waves of history cascaded across this unique geographical bridge between continents. With its strategic position By Caterina • 4 min read
Papers Revisiting Skhūl I: New Insights into Ancient Burial Practices from 140,000 years ago in the Levant The Remarkable Skhūl I Child from Mount Carmel: A Window into Ancient Human Origins In an awe-inspiring piece of archaeological detective work, the bones of a child discovered back in 1931 have once again stirred the minds of scientists at the Skhūl Cave on Mount Carmel in Israel. This site By Caterina • 3 min read
Papers Ancient Corinth: The Genetic Connections Between a Greek Colony and Its Metropolis Ancient Greek Colonization: A Journey Through Time and Genetics Ancient Greek Colonization: A Journey Through Time and Genetics The Dawn of Greek Expansion The fascinating world of ancient Greek colonization, an era that marked a significant chapter in history, reveals a tapestry of migratory expeditions and cultural interplay. This period, By Caterina • 4 min read