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What was the fate of Neanderthals? How did they contribute to our genetic makeup? And what does this mean for our identity as humans?


In this episode of Scientific Tales, we will again take you on a journey through time, to uncover the mystery of Neanderthals. From the first fossil discoveries in the 19th century to the revolutionary DNA research of the 21st century, we dive deep into how cutting-edge science has reshaped our understanding of human evolution.


Join us as we explore how pioneers like Svante Pääbo unlocked the ancient secrets hidden in Neanderthal bones and how genetic discoveries revealed surprising links between Neanderthals and modern humans. Discover how mitochondrial and nuclear DNA tell different stories, and learn about the scientific debates that raged for decades until genetic research uncovered the truth.


Don’t miss this captivating episode filled with history, mystery, and science that changed the way we see ourselves. Tune in now and subscribe to Scientific Tales for more captivating stories from the world of science!


Scientific Tales: A science History Podcast, where science is explored through the lens of history. Where we talk about the journey of scientific concepts through time, and where we learn science through its evolutionary journey.


The episode draws heavily from

DNA: The Story of the Genetic Revolution by James D. Watson, Andrew Berry, and Kevin Davies,

This work is a fantastic resource if you'd like to learn more


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