Persian Plateau Identified as Key Hub in Early Human Migration

New study challenges previous migration theories, highlighting the Persian Plateau's critical role between 70,000 to 45,000 years ago.

A groundbreaking study reveals the Persian Plateau as a pivotal hub for Homo sapiens during early migration out of Africa, challenging previous migration theories.
The study, published in Nature Communications, combines genetic, palaeoecological, and archaeological evidence to highlight the region's significance between 70,000 to 45,000 years ago.
Findings suggest the Persian Plateau was a long-term habitation site, likely due to its diverse environments and capacity to support large populations.
Genetic analysis shows a strong ancestral link between ancient populations in the Persian Plateau and modern Eurasian populations, indicating its role as a genetic hub.
The discovery opens new avenues for archaeological exploration, emphasizing the need for further research to understand human history across continents.