Am J Hum Genet January 2025 PMID 39591962

Demographic history and genetic variation of the Armenian population.

Anahit Hovhannisyan, Pierpaolo Maisano Delser, Anna Hakobyan, Eppie R Jones, Joshua G Schraiber, Mariya Antonosyan, Ashot Margaryan, Zhe Xue, Sungwon Jeon, Jong Bhak, Peter Hrechdakian, Hovhannes Sahakyan, Lehti Saag, Zaruhi Khachatryan, Levon Yepiskoposyan

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The discussions include points on genetic dissimilarities between ethnic groups, such as one user noting the significant genetic differences between Assyrians and Armenians, while another mentions the flaws in the Balkan hypothesis. This mix of skepticism and intrigue is evident in the choice of words like 'nothing groundbreaking' versus a strong emphasis on genetic continuity. The varied tone demonstrates the community's complex understanding and interest in their genetic heritage.

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The perceived impact of the study seems moderate, with discussions highlighting its significance but not universally seen as groundbreaking.

Abstract in brief

The study presents a comprehensive whole-genome dataset of 34 Armenian individuals, revealing their population structure and demographic history, showing that eastern, central, and western Armenians are genetically similar.
The Sasun population, previously thought to have been heavily influenced by Assyrian genetics, was found to have a unique genetic profile resulting from a recent bottleneck event rather than direct Assyrian ancestry.
Research also explores the origins of Armenians, finding no support for Herodotus’ claims of Balkan ancestry, but identifying connections to ancient Neolithic Levantine Farmers and documenting unique mutations related to common health disorders in the community.

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Genetic Insights into the Armenian Population's Demographic History

This video explores a comprehensive study of 34 Armenian individuals, revealing their population structure and historical demographics. It uncovers unique genetic profiles in the Sasun population and refutes the notion…

Археология, история, генетика — исследования · Feb 1, 2025 107,679 views

Genomic Insights Challenge Herodotus on Armenian Origins

This video discusses how centuries of historical and linguistic theories shaped the understanding of Armenian origins, notably the claims of Herodotus. New genomic research refutes these notions, revealing connections…

Arte y Literatura · Nov 29, 2024 282 views

_Suraya_

@PGi_2001 · X

Significant genetic dissimilarity between Assyrians and Syrians at all admixture runs K=2 through K=5 from Figure S6 in Hovhannisyan et al. (2025) https://t.co/c25aRYddw1. From left to right: W. Armen., C. Armen., Sasun Armen., E. Armen., Assyrians, Jordanians and Syrians. https://t.co/ioEGzZ24VV

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TalkingShounen ֍

@underdseas_1015 · X

@gersheteza Armenians descend from Neolithic Levantine peoples from the early Bronze Age, giving them Syrian ancestry, deeming them as white https://t.co/f1ZCgpRZiy

Apr 24, 2025 · 212 followers View post →

Jeremiah Lwow

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@EestiNokiaAS https://t.co/scpo6oJztr жаль, ты плохо понимать вене кеельт :) а то бы твои знания стали менее норманскими и а ля Геббельс и больше научно ДОКАЗАННЫМИ ... И ДА, лучше один раз съездить в Россию, чем слушать русофобов :)

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Alexander V. Zolotarev

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Древняя ДНК и разделение индоевропейских языков. Новые генетические данные https://t.co/EEFP792iqS через @YouTube

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American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG)

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@ajhgnews.bsky.social sat with @anahit19.bsky.social in the latest "Inside AJHG" to discuss her recently published paper, “Demographic history and genetic variation of the Armenian population.” ➡️ www.ashg.org/ajhg/inside-... #ASHG #GeneticsDiscoveries #HumanGenetics

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Char Aznavourian

@Chartapert · X

@idbulamayanuser Nope, try again https://t.co/eWbYQbM7Xm

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Anahit Hovhannisyan

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Lili

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Vatche A.

@CACivilEngineer · X

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Average Reward

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G25 coordinates of the New Study: "Demographic history and genetic variation of the Armenian population" Link to the study: https://t.co/I628TfLDlX… Link to the coordinates: https://t.co/r8pVf4EhKC https://t.co/DlTZrCvhoq

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Mary Rose Bryson

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Dersiman

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Nothing groundbreaking with this paper, I've said it all along, South-Caucasians mixed with North-Levantines. The Balkan hypothesis is weak. https://t.co/Rjv4l5TCVq

Nov 26, 2024 · 1 like · 1,895 followers View post →

Styopa Safaryan

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Shai Carmi

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YesNoNoyes!

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Marc Haber مارك

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Nov 25, 2024 · 13 likes · 2 shares · 958 followers View post →

C. Harris Floudas

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HovikM #FreeArmenianPOWs

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Nov 25, 2024 · 16 shares · 2,954 followers View post →

Stephen Pimentel

@StephenPiment · X

Demographic history and genetic variation of the Armenian population Armenians, an ancient population of the Armenian Highlands, have deep genetic continuity spanning 8,000 years, influenced by early agricultural developments and extensive interactions with the Levant, Caucasus,

Nov 25, 2024 · 1 like · 12,701 followers View post →

Roland Baker

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The Seeker

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Narine Barkhordarian

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Aaron

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gnoticpasta

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Dr Hyelander

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The detailed paper regarding the demographic history of the Armenian people is finally out. https://t.co/BCkDnaSYa9

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theGreatestBot

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Demographic history and genetic variation of the Armenian population.

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