Overview

• 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.