December 2015 PMID 26595274

Genome-wide patterns of selection in 230 ancient Eurasians.

Iain Mathieson, Iosif Lazaridis, Nadin Rohland, Swapan Mallick, Nick Patterson, Songül Alpaslan Roodenberg, Eadaoin Harney, Kristin Stewardson, Daniel Fernandes, Mario Novak, Kendra Sirak, Cristina Gamba, Eppie R Jones, Bastien Llamas, Stanislav Dryomov

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151
Peak: 2 in Mar 2024
across 6 sources since Apr 2021

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What people are saying

The analysis highlights that discussions are centered around the importance of genetic adaptations related to diet, pigmentation, and immunity, with posts emphasizing terms like 'genetic variations,' 'migration,' and 'selection,' which convey enthusiasm and intellectual curiosity. The tone varies from supportive affirmation to detailed scientific commentary, demonstrating a collective interest in the implications of the study.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions recognize the significance of the research, especially its insights into ancient human adaptations, showing general support.

InterestHigh interest

Participants display a high level of curiosity, often referencing specific genes, populations, and findings, indicating engagement with the topic.

EngagementModerate engagement

Many discussions include detailed references to genetic data, historical migrations, and implications, reflecting moderate to deep engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The conversations suggest the research influences understanding of European genetic history and evolution, though it's mostly within academic or enthusiast circles.

Abstract in brief

  • Ancient DNA analysis allows researchers to study natural selection by examining genetic samples from populations across different time periods.
  • The study involves the largest ancient DNA dataset, featuring 230 West Eurasians from 6500 to 300 BC, including new genomes from Anatolian Neolithic farmers.
  • Findings indicate genetic adaptations related to diet, pigmentation, immunity, and height, highlighting two separate events of selection for height in these populations.

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Viajantestoria2
@Viajantestoria2 · X

Mammoths; Giants of Ice Age: https://t.co/rnBp9huOLk Eight thousandyears of naturalselection in Europe: https://t.co/AFmtNwR8AQ Genome-wide patterns of selection in 230 ancient Eurasians: https://t.co/wzxgEtJPfb

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Alexander Carril
@AlexanderC11360 · X

@wlan0_up @argdefender Aca tenés, señor jaja Marchi et al. 2020 "The mixed genetic origins of the first farmers of Europe" (*) Mathieson et al 2015 Genome-wide patterns of selection in 230 ancient Eurasians (*)spoiler= los "first farmers of Europe" venian de Anatolia. https://t.co/ou79LocJD8

Feb 26, 2025 · 3 likes · 85 followers View post →
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@JaimePretellEsq @19msa98 @alecia2020B @harjax215 @Ali_Gabhann @Independent Source: https://t.co/gXPAYtCeDB 2/n

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Deus Armenicus
@DArmenicus · X

Nature Volume 528, 2015 Genome-wide patterns of selection in 230 ancient Eurasians >https://t.co/OB395dMW4r https://t.co/oakyQB1A1P

Apr 29, 2021 · 1 share · 3,187 followers View post →
Carlos E Alvarez
@CarlosEAlvare17 · X

Genome-wide patterns of selection in 230 ancient Eurasians (Nature, 2015) linked genetic variants in SLC22A4 & FADS1 to arrival of farming in Europe ~8,500 years ago necessitated adaptation to new environments, pathogens, diets and social organizations. https://t.co/xElUzNZ7ex https://t.co/FJSH040HQc

Nov 28, 2022 · 1,073 followers View post →
Un IDE GNU-Linuxien
@Un_IDE_Linuxien · X

2️⃣ Diversité génétique européenne Les Européens sont le produit de multiples migrations (paléolithique, néolithique…) Le génome reflète des mélanges, pas des frontières fixes

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@angloceltqueen @Imaginely2 @41below @RupertLowe10 Mathieson, I., Lazaridis, I., Rohland, N., Mallick, S., Patterson, N., Roodenberg, S. A.,... & Reich, D. (2015). Genome-wide patterns of selection in 230 ancient Eurasians. Nature, 528, 499–503. https://t.co/O8zsurKhQM

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@memephilos @Key4SkeletonA "Genome-wide patterns of selection in 230 ancient Eurasians." Mathieson et al., 2015 "The evolution of skin pigmentation-associated variation in WestEurasia" Ju & Mathieson, 2021

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2️⃣ Diversité génétique européenne Les Européens sont le produit de multiples migrations (paléolithique, néolithique…) Le génome reflète des mélanges, pas des frontières fixes

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@wlan0_up @argdefender Aca tenés, señor jaja Marchi et al. 2020 "The mixed genetic origins of the first farmers of Europe" (*) Mathieson et al 2015 Genome-wide patterns of selection in 230 ancient Eurasians (*)spoiler= los "first farmers of Europe" venian de Anatolia. https://t.co/ou79LocJD8

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Viajantestoria2
@Viajantestoria2 · X

Mammoths; Giants of Ice Age: https://t.co/rnBp9huOLk Eight thousandyears of naturalselection in Europe: https://t.co/AFmtNwR8AQ Genome-wide patterns of selection in 230 ancient Eurasians: https://t.co/wzxgEtJPfb

Jan 18, 2025 · 3 likes · 6,361 followers View post →
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@InBixAdnat2024 · X

1. A global reference for human genetic variation https://t.co/EFh6SIsJlW 2. An integrated map of genetic variation from 1,092 human genomes https://t.co/AmPUFP5FSH 3. Genome-wide patterns of selection in 230 ancient Eurasians https://t.co/G2FwJE1Vjl

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Carlos E Alvarez
@CarlosEAlvare17 · X

Genome-wide patterns of selection in 230 ancient Eurasians (Nature, 2015) linked genetic variants in SLC22A4 & FADS1 to arrival of farming in Europe ~8,500 years ago necessitated adaptation to new environments, pathogens, diets and social organizations. https://t.co/xElUzNZ7ex https://t.co/FJSH040HQc

Nov 28, 2022 · 1,073 followers View post →
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@comm1esRstoopid · X

@JaimePretellEsq @19msa98 @alecia2020B @harjax215 @Ali_Gabhann @Independent Source: https://t.co/gXPAYtCeDB 2/n

Oct 14, 2021 · 1 like · 21 followers View post →
Deus Armenicus
@DArmenicus · X

Nature Volume 528, 2015 Genome-wide patterns of selection in 230 ancient Eurasians >https://t.co/OB395dMW4r https://t.co/oakyQB1A1P

Apr 29, 2021 · 1 share · 3,187 followers View post →