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A new study reveals that ancient Denisovan DNA is still actively regulating genes in modern humans, particularly those related to immunity and skeletal development.
South Pacific, Near Oceania, Papua New Guinea
Who
Serena Tucci, Patrick Reilly
What
A new study reveals that ancient Denisovan DNA is still actively regulating genes in modern humans, particularly those related to immunity and skeletal development.
When
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 23:15:00 GMT · 2h 12m ago
Where
South Pacific, Near Oceania, Papua New Guinea ·
Why
This inherited ancient DNA helps regulate how genes switch on and off inside cells, with real consequences for health.
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How this affects you
This finding clarifies how inherited ancient DNA influences disease and survival, especially in populations previously underrepresented in genetic research, potentially leading to improved medical treatments.
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7 events in this thread- Currently Reading2h 12m agoA new study reveals that ancient Denisovan DNA is still actively regulating genes in modern humans, particularly those related to immunity and skeletal development.
- Health & Science2h 12m agoA new study found that ancient Denisovan DNA passed down to people in the South Pacific actively regulates genes related to immunity and skeletal development, rather than being inert genetic 'leftovers'.Open article
- Health & Science2h 12m agoA new study found that DNA passed down from Denisovans remains active in people today, helping regulate genes linked to immunity and skeletal development, particularly affecting communities in the South Pacific.Open article
- Health & Science2h 12m agoA new study found that ancient Denisovan DNA remains active in people today, helping regulate genes linked to immunity and skeletal development.Open article
- Health & Science2h 12m agoA new study found that ancient Denisovan DNA is still active in humans today, switching genes on and off with real consequences for health, particularly in immunity and bone development.Open article
- Health & Science2h 12m agoA new study found that ancient Denisovan DNA remains active in people today, regulating genes linked to immunity and skeletal development.Open article
- Health & Science2h 12m agoA new study found that ancient Denisovan DNA continues to actively regulate genes linked to immunity and skeletal development in people today.Open article
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