Curr Biol June 2025 PMID 40441135

Ancient genomes reveal demographic trajectories during the Classic Maya period.

Madeleine Murray, Seiichi Nakamura, Melvin Fuentes, Rolando Canizales, Omar Talavera, Salvador Varela, Zoila Madrid, Carlos Carbajal, Masahiro Ogawa, Minoru Yoneda, Lara M Cassidy, Takashi Gakuhari, Shigeki Nakagome

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The discussions reflect a positive consensus, with many posts praising the study for revealing new demographic trajectories, such as mentions of gene flow and population decline, and using phrases like 'significant insights' and 'game-changing discoveries.' The tone is enthusiastic, emphasizing the profound impact of the genetic research on understanding the Maya civilization.

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The study analyzes ancient genomes from Copn, a major Classic Maya city, revealing genetic links to earlier Archaic populations in Belize and later Maya groups across Mexico.
Results indicate there was gene flow from highland Mexican populations starting in the Early to Middle Classic period, contributing to the development of the Classic Maya civilization.
The genetic data also shows a decline in population size at the end of the Classic period, aligning with historical records of societal collapse and destabilization.]

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