Denisovan Humans in Tibet: A new study confirms the presence of Denisovan humans in the Tibetian Plateau
Published: Oct 31, 2020
Abstract:
The scientific study of a jawbone, stone artefacts and mitochondrial DNA extracted from the Baishiya Karst Cave, researchers have confirmed the presence of Denisovan humans on the ‘roof of the world’. The new study also proves the widespread presence of these ancient humans across Asia.
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