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The Ainu of Japan: How Ancient DNA is Rewriting History

For centuries, the Ainu people of northern Japan were pushed to the margins,  culturally, politically and scientifically. Once nearly erased by assimilation policies, their story is now being told through one of the most powerful tools we have: their DNA. As researchers uncover more about the genetic legacy of the Ainu, it’s becoming clear that […]