Shared versions of genes associated with visual learning, memory and cognition that suggest similarities in the psychology of modern humans and Neanderthals.
A genetic shortcut that gave your Arctic ancestors the ability to survive in new, frigid environments different from their original home on the African savanna.
Neanderthal versions of genes involved in the innate immune response, the immune system's first line of defense against pathogens.
These genes remain in the human genome today because they gave your modern human ancestors a critical adaptation — defense against newly encountered microorganisms.
Neanderthal version of immune system genes adapted to microorganisms in the Eurasian environment.
These genes remain in the human genome today because they gave your ancestors a critical advantage — defense against newly encountered pathogens during their rapid adaptation to life outside of Africa.
... Interbreeding between modern humans and Neanderthals.
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