Gradual Spread of Neolithic Agriculture and Coexistence of Hunter-Gatherers and Farmers
TL;DR
New research using ancient DNA and computer models shows that the spread of farming in Europe was primarily driven by migration of farming groups, with minimal influence from cultural adoption by hunter-gatherers, who largely continued their traditional way of life.
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- Ancient DNA reveals farming spread through migration, though locals slow to adopt it Phys.org
- Modeling the European Neolithic expansion suggests predominant within-group mating and limited cultural transmission Nature
- Agriculture Emerges Gradually During the Neolithic Era BIOENGINEER.ORG
- Ancient DNA Reveals Hunter-Gatherers and Farmers Coexisted for Generations GreekReporter.com
- Neolithic agriculture's slow spread: Study shows hunter-gatherers and farmers coexisted and gradually interbred Phys.org
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