Ancient Teeth Reveal Genetic Link Between Homo Erectus and Denisovans

New research on 400,000-year-old dental enamel and proteins suggests a genetic connection between Homo erectus and Denisovans in Asia. These findings indicate that early humans may have interbred with Homo erectus ancestors.

13 May, 15:45 — 13 May, 15:45

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The IndependentMostly Factual5h ago

Ancient 400,000-year-old teeth reveal early humans mated with ancestor Homo erectus

A recent study has unearthed crucial genetic clues concerning interbreeding between our ancient human ancestors

By Adithi Ramakrishnan

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Una proteína de hace 400.000 años conecta al 'Homo erectus' con los humanos modernos

The Independent13 May, 15:45

Ancient 400,000-year-old teeth reveal early humans mated with ancestor Homo erectus

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Ancient Teeth Reveal Genetic Link Between Homo Erectus and Denisovans

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Ancient 400,000-year-old teeth reveal early humans mated with ancestor Homo erectus

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Una proteína de hace 400.000 años conecta al 'Homo erectus' con los humanos modernos

Ancient 400,000-year-old teeth reveal early humans mated with ancestor Homo erectus

El esmalte dental relaciona genéticamente a los Homo erectus y los denisovanos en Asia

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