Archaeogenetics reconstructs demography and extreme parental consanguinity in a Bronze Age community from Southern Italy | Communications Biology - Nature

Summary

A study published in Communications Biology reconstructs the demographic patterns and high levels of parental consanguinity in a Bronze Age community from Southern Italy, highlighting the genetic implications of such practices. The research provides insights into the social structures and reproductive strategies of ancient populations, although specific claims about the community's size and genetic diversity remain to be further validated.