Revising the Timeline: Neanderthal Interbreeding Happens Later Than Believed

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Neanderthals interbred with modern humans earlier than previously thought, occurring around 45,000 to 50,500 years ago, providing crucial genetic advantages to those moving out of Africa. This discovery reshapes our understanding of evolutionary timelines and the integration of Neanderthal DNA in contemporary non-African populations. Recent studies reveal that interbreeding between Neanderthals and modern humans occurred … Read more