Inequality and Royal Burials at Başur Höyük - Challenging Conventional Narratives in Early Bronze Age Mesopotamia

Inequality and Royal Burials at Başur Höyük - Challenging Conventional Narratives in Early Bronze Age Mesopotamia

The Case of Başur Höyük: A 'Royal' Cemetery on the Margins of Mesopotamia The Early Bronze Age cemetery of Başur Höyük, located in southeastern Türkiye, has revealed stunning archaeological and anthropological findings that challenge our traditional understanding of early state formation in Mesopotamia. This enigmatic site presents a
By Jamie Larson • 5 min read
Bridging Past and Present: Understanding Picuris Pueblo Through Genomics and Oral Histories

Bridging Past and Present: Understanding Picuris Pueblo Through Genomics and Oral Histories

Ancient Connections: DNA Analysis and Cultural Narratives of Picuris Pueblo Ancient Connections: DNA Analysis and Cultural Narratives of Picuris Pueblo This comprehensive exploration unveils the long-standing connections within the Picuris Pueblo through DNA analysis and cultural narratives, revealing a millennium of continuous occupation and genetic ties that span across the
By Sven • 7 min read
Exploring the Genetic Legacy of the Anglo-Saxon Migration: Formation of the Early Medieval English Gene Pool

Exploring the Genetic Legacy of the Anglo-Saxon Migration: Formation of the Early Medieval English Gene Pool

The Anglo-Saxon migration and the formation of the early English gene pool - NatureArchaeogenetic study of ancient DNA from medieval northwestern Europeans reveals substantial increase of continental northern European ancestry in Britain, suggesting mass migration across the North Sea during the Early Middle Ages.NatureJoscha Gretzinger Archaeological Insights Introduction The
By Sven • 4 min read
Neolithic Farmers and Hunter-Gatherers in Southern France Reveal Complex Genetic Tapestry

Neolithic Farmers and Hunter-Gatherers in Southern France Reveal Complex Genetic Tapestry

Neolithic genomic data from southern France showcase intensified interactions with hunter-gatherer communitiesArchaeological research shows that the dispersal of the Neolithic took a more complex turn when reaching western Europe, painting a contrasted picture…iScience Neolithic Expansion in Southern France: Interactions and Gene Flow Between Farmers and Hunter-Gatherers Introduction Recent genomic
By MTA Support • 4 min read