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¹Max Planck Independent Research Group on Population Genomics, Chinese Academy of Sciences and Max Planck Society (CAS-MPG) Partner Institute for Computational Biology, Shanghai Institutes for Biological Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shanghai 200031, China.

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Genetic admixture studies in Asia are underrepresented compared to the New World. This overview synthesizes population genomic research on Asian admixture, exploring population structure and history.

Keywords:

admixture mapping genetic admixture local adaptation population structure

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Area of Science:

Population Genomics
Human Evolutionary Studies
Genetic Anthropology

Background:

Genetic admixture, resulting from inter-marriage between distinct populations, is a significant factor in human evolution.
While extensively studied in the New World due to historical colonization, similar research in Asia remains underrepresented.
Asia exhibits a high prevalence of genetic admixture among previously isolated human populations.

Purpose of the Study:

To provide a comprehensive overview of published population genomic studies on human admixture in Asia.
To focus on the population structure and historical aspects of admixed populations within the Asian continent.

Main Methods:

Review and synthesis of existing population genomic studies.
Analysis of data focusing on population structure and historical demographic events.

Main Results:

Identifies a gap in research on Asian admixture compared to the New World.
Highlights the prevalence and complexity of genetic admixture across various Asian populations.
Summarizes key findings regarding population structure and history derived from genomic data.

Conclusions:

Emphasizes the need for increased research into the genetic landscape of admixed populations in Asia.
Underscores the importance of understanding population history and structure for a complete picture of human genetic diversity.