Ancient DNA Reveals Genetic and Linguistic Divides in the Bronze Age Mediterranean
Insights into Indo-European Language Origins
The origins of Indo-European languages, which today stretch from Ireland to India, have long fascinated archaeologists and linguists. A new study1 adds clarity to this enduring mystery by examining ancient genomes across the Mediterranean. Researchers have discovered a genetic divide during the Bronze Age, which correlates with linguistic patterns betwee…
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