Denisovan DNA: Tracing Ancient Interbreeding in Modern Humans
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A review by geneticists from Trinity College Dublin highlights the influence of Denisovan DNA on modern humans, revealing that interbreeding with this extinct hominin group has contributed to genetic adaptations in various populations, such as Tibetans' ability to cope with low oxygen levels. The study underscores the complexity of human evolution and the need for further research to uncover hidden traces of Denisovan ancestry in modern genomes.
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