According to the study, the Persian Plateau emerged as a hub for early human settlement, serving as the base for population waves that eventually settled all of Eurasia. Researchers found that this region offered a suitable habitat capable of supporting a larger population compared to surrounding areas in West Asia, making it an ideal location for Homo sapiens to thrive and expand.
Genetic Insights into the Persian Plateau’s Role
The genetic component identified in populations from the Persian Plateau highlights its long-lasting differentiation in the area, compatible with the hub nature of the region. This genetic signature, detected through a new approach disentangling 40,000 years of admixture and other confounding events, underscores the Plateau’s significance as a pivotal location for early human settlement and subsequent migrations.