Scientists illuminate the ancient history of circumarctic peoples
Thursday, May 17, 2012 - 16:30
in Paleontology & Archaeology
Two studies led by scientists from the University of Pennsylvania and National Geographic's Genographic Project reveal new information about the migration patterns of the first humans to settle the Americas. The studies identify the historical relationships among various groups of Native American and First Nations peoples and present the first clear evidence of the genetic impact of the groups' cultural practices.