Researchers from the Max Planck Institute of Germany has found a final version of the genome (set of genes) Neanderthal, an ancient creature that is still a man kin.
In fact, so sure, the researchers stated that the genome is highly accurate when compared to the human genome. "The genome of the Neanderthal is shaped as accurately have people walking the streets today," said a geneticist, Svante Paabo told the AP.
Paabo itself is the mastermind behind the success of the research. whereas, everyday he worked in the department of Evolutionary Anthropology at the same university.
The genome itself is derived from the DNA of the toe bone found in Siberia cave. After further investigation, it was found that the genome sequence revealed similar Neanderthal genome is formed.
From here, we know that humans have interbred with Neanderthals. The result of this marriage spread from mainland Africa to the Middle East at 80 thousand years ago.
It is worth noting, Neanderthals and Homo Sapiens is believed to be a broken link in the chain before the formation of modern humans. Believed human existence is in danger when Homo Sapiens appeared 30 thousand years ago.
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