Papers The Neolithic Expansion: A Genetic and Archaeological Journey Through Ancient Europe The Great Migration Begins The saga of Neolithic expansion represents one of humanity's most transformative chapters, chronicling the monumental migration of farmers from their Anatolian and Aegean homelands across the European continent approximately 8600 years ago. This revolutionary movement fundamentally altered the European lifestyle, replacing millennia-old hunter-gatherer traditions By Jamie L • 3 min read
Papers Ancient DNA Sheds Light on Post-Roman Society in the Little Hungarian Plain Ancient Migrations and Post-Roman Europe Ancient Migrations and the Formation of Post-Roman Societies What a delightful foray into the intricate dance of genetics and archaeology! This fascinating study unveils the tale of how ancient DNA intertwines with the historical fabric of the post-Roman period in the Little Hungarian Plain. It& By Caterina • 4 min read
Papers The Genetic History of Portugal Genetic History of Portugal: A Journey Through Millennia Genetic History of Portugal: A Journey Through Millennia Unearthing Ancient Genomes The fascinating story of Portugal's genetic history unfurls over 5000 years, from the days of the Neolithic farmers to the bustling nineteenth century. Recent studies have revealed a comprehensive By Caterina • 6 min read
Papers Ancient DNA in Post-Roman Britain Kinship Patterns and Social Organization in Early Medieval England Kinship Patterns and Social Organization in Early Medieval England The post-Roman site of Worth Matravers in Dorset presents a compelling tableau of kinship structures in early medieval England. Nestled at the western edge of Anglo-Saxon cultural influence on the scenic Isle By Sven • 3 min read
Papers West African DNA Discovered in Seventh-Century England West African Ancestry in Seventh-Century England West African DNA confirms Mobility in Early Medieval England This comprehensive document explores groundbreaking archaeological and genetic findings from Kent and Dorset that reveal the presence of individuals with recent sub-Saharan African ancestry in early medieval England. These remarkable discoveries highlight the interconnected nature By Caterina • 5 min read
Papers Viking Age Gotland: Burial Practices of Children Viking Age Children at Ihre, Gotland: Archaeological Insights into Identity and Gender Expression Within the heart of the Viking Age, on the island of Gotland in the Baltic Sea, a burial site yields intriguing insights into the lives of Viking children and adults. The Ihre burial ground, one of the By Sven • 3 min read
Papers Neolithic Cannibalism in Prehistoric Iberia: El Mirador Cave Neolithic Cannibalism at El Mirador Cave Archaeological Revelations from Sierra de Atapuerca In the heart of the Sierra de Atapuerca, El Mirador Cave has offered archaeologists a window into the mysterious practices of Neolithic people. Among the finds, human remains have painted a vivid picture of past behaviors hinting at By Caterina • 5 min read
Papers Unraveling Roman Lives: Perspectives from Bioarchaeology Roman Bioarchaeology: Unveiling Ancient Lives Through Scientific Discovery Roman Bioarchaeology: Unveiling Ancient Lives Through Scientific Discovery In the fascinating world of Roman bioarchaeology, osteobiography emerges as a revolutionary approach that transforms fragments of bone into compelling narratives of ancient lives. This pioneering methodology illuminates the experiences of ordinary Romans—women, By Jamie L • 5 min read
Papers Genetic and Cultural Dynamics in Bronze Age Austria Early Bronze Age Societies in Lower Austria Early Bronze Age Societies in Lower Austria: Interregional Connections and Social Transformations Interwoven across the landscapes of Lower Austria during the Early Bronze Age, archaeological investigations have unveiled a complex tapestry of interregional connections and cultural expressions that reflect a time of significant By Caterina • 4 min read
Papers Solving the Murder Mystery of Béla, Duke of Macsó, through Forensic and Genetic Archaeology Murder in Cold Blood? Forensic and Bioarchaeological Identification In the shadows of a medieval Dominican monastery on Margaret Island in Budapest, an extraordinary tale of murder and political intrigue is resurrected through groundbreaking forensic and bioarchaeological investigations. The male remains discovered in 1915 may belong to Béla, Duke of Macsó, By Sven • 4 min read
Papers The Justinian Plague in the Eastern Roman Empire The First Pandemic: Unearthing Yersinia pestis in Jerash The intrigue of the ancient city of Jerash, once a prominent urban hub in the Eastern Roman Empire, now holds a new layer of fascination for historians and archaeologists. Nestled just 330 kilometers from the initial outbreak's historical epicenter, Pelusium By Sven • 4 min read
Papers Tracing the Evolutionary Tapestry of North Africa Discovering the Genetic Background of North Africa North Africa, a region steeped in history and occupying a unique position in the Mediterranean basin, possesses a genetic diversity as varied and intriguing as its archaeological heritage. This vast region has long served as a vibrant crossroads of human civilization, nestled between By Jamie L • 5 min read
Papers Neanderthal Fat Factory: Discovering the Diet of Neanderthals The Neumark-Nord Site Recent archaeological research offers a captivating glimpse into the sophisticated subsistence strategies of Neanderthals at the Neumark-Nord site in Germany, around 125,000 years ago. This well-explored site provides a vivid image of the large-scale processing activities carried out by these ancient hunter-gatherers, fundamentally changing our understanding By Sven • 3 min read
Papers Eastern Mediterranean Genetic Influence in the Late Roman Republic Discovering the Eastern Mediterranean Genetic Influence in Central Italy Discovering the Eastern Mediterranean Genetic Influence in Central Italy The exploration into the genetic past of Central Italy reveals a fascinating tale of ancient connections between Italy and the Eastern Mediterranean regions. Archaeologists and geneticists, armed with modern DNA sequencing technology, By Caterina • 4 min read
Papers Prehistoric Interactions from Central China to the Mongolian Steppe Ancient Genomics in the Yellow River Bend The Yellow River Bend, a significant historical and archaeological region in China, has recently revealed new secrets through cutting-edge genomic research. This region, known for its richness in archaeological sites and cultural history, was a melting pot of ancient civilizations that served as By Caterina • 4 min read
Papers Genetic Origins of Scythians: An Archaeogenetic Odyssey In a scientific odyssey that unravels the enigma of the Scythians' genetic footprint, researchers including Tatiana V. Andreeva et al. have embarked on a thrilling expedition into the heart of ancient Scythia, a realm once mythically detailed by the Greek historian Herodotus. Stretching from the northern Black Sea coast By Caterina • 5 min read
Papers The Finnic Peoples of Russia: Comprehensive Analysis Using Genome-Wide and Y-Chromosomal Data The Genetic Adventure of the Finnic Peoples in Russia A Peek into the Ancient World Our journey into the genetic history of the Eastern Finnic peoples—Karelians, Veps, Votes, Ingrians, and Ingrian Finns—uncovers the rich tapestry woven over 3,000 years. Occupying vast territories of Northwestern Russia, these groups, By Sven • 4 min read
Papers Ancient DNA Unveils Secrets of the Norman Neolithic Elite Burial Practices Monumental Graves: The Fleury-sur-Orne Cemetery Monumental Graves: The Fleury-sur-Orne Cemetery The Fleury-sur-Orne cemetery in Normandy, France, stands out as a beacon of Neolithic history, revealing fascinating details about the societal hierarchies over 6,000 years ago. This site, a part of the so-called "Passy phenomenon" within the Cerny By Sven • 3 min read
Papers Ancient DNA Unveils Eastern Roots of Uralic Languages, Bridging Siberia and Europe Ancient DNA Unlocks the Origins of Uralic Languages Ancient DNA Unlocks the Origins of Uralic Languages In an extraordinary unveiling of prehistoric human journeys, a groundbreaking study has illuminated the enigmatic origins of the Uralic language family—spoken by communities today in Hungary, Finland, and Estonia. This remarkable research, spearheaded By Jamie L • 4 min read
Papers Napoleons 1812 Retreat: Unveiling the Ancient Pathogens That Ravaged the Grande Armée Historical Context: Napoleon's Grande Armée and the Russian Retreat In June of 1812, Napoleon Bonaparte commanded a massive force, often referred to as the Grande Armée, comprising around 500,000 to 600,000 soldiers, with the ambition of conquering Russia. However, after reaching Moscow, the army faced a By Caterina • 5 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 By Sven • 4 min read
