Mysterious Denisovan interbreeding shaped the humans we are today

ScienceDaily·Aug 14

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Research suggests that interbreeding between modern humans and the extinct Denisovan species has had a lasting impact on human genetics. The extent of this interbreeding is still being studied, with some findings indicating that it may have occurred on multiple occasions. The legacy of this interbreeding can still be seen in human immunity and other aspects of human biology today.

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