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DNA studies uncover a forgotten population at the top of the world
Scientists have uncovered an ancient population previously unknown to science in Ladakh, a high-altitude region in northern India.
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Researchers have identified a previously unknown population in Ladakh, a high-altitude region in northern India. This discovery was made possible through DNA studies that analyzed the genetic makeup of individuals who lived approximately 1,500 years ago. The findings suggest that these ancient individuals had a unique ancestry, consisting of a nearly equal mix of South Asian-related and Tibetan-related genetic traits.
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