Ancient Denisovan DNA still shapes human immunity today

Tamara Ceaikovski

Ancient Denisovan DNA isn't just a relic of the past—it may still be helping modern humans fight disease and adapt to the world today. Credit: Shutterstock A major new study led by Yale University is helping fill a longstanding gap in genetics research by providing one of the most comprehensive examinations yet of human genetic diversity in Oceania. Although the South Pacific is home to extraordinarily diverse populations, people from this region have historically been underrepresented in large

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Ancient Denisovan DNA still shapes human immunity today https://www.sciencedaily.com - 13.06.2026 05:37