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Remote Greek culture has been a genetic 'island' for 4500 years: New DNA analysis links Deep Maniots to Greece's premedieval past.

  • Published In: Sciencemag.org, 2026. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Applied Science & Technology Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Thaler, Perri 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses a recent study that links the Deep Maniots, a genetically isolated group from the Mani Peninsula in southern Greece, to premedieval Greek ancestry. Genetic analysis indicates that most Deep Maniot men descend from ancient Greek-speaking populations with minimal intermixing, while women from diverse regions have historically migrated into the community. The study suggests that Deep Maniots have remained largely isolated since at least the Bronze Age, although the reasons for this isolation are still debated. Additionally, the research highlights the importance of understanding both paternal and maternal lineages in tracing the group's ancestry, while acknowledging the limitations of the sample size used in the study. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:Sciencemag.org. 2026/02, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2026
  • Accession Number:191429371
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