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Humans Evolved From a Single Origin In Africa
Invisible Pink Unicorn writes "Researchers at the University of Cambridge have combined studies of global human genetic variations with skull measurements worldwide to show conclusively the validity of the single origin hypothesis. The alternative hypothesis contended that different populations independently evolved from Homo erectus to Home sapiens in different areas. The lead researcher explains, 'The origin of anatomically modern humans has been the focus of much heated debate. Our genetic research shows the further modern humans have migrated from Africa, the more genetic diversity has been lost within a population. However, some have used skull data to argue that modern humans originated in multiple spots around the world. We have combined our genetic data with new measurements of a large sample of skulls to show definitively that modern humans originated from a single area in Sub-saharan Africa.' The article abstract is available from Nature."
Just replying to state that I am not trying to be racist and that this was just a feeble attempt at humor. I don't see why this ought to be offensive, but since it is modded flamebait, I thought I'd clear the air.
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Actually, I had in mind the south park episode with Randy using the 'N-word' when I said this :)
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Atheist: Buddhist in a Prius
If I had mod points, I would mod your original post up as underrated. Sadly, Slashdot is getting as mindlessly touchy as Digg.
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