Biology

Ancient genomes reveal insights into ritual life at Chichén Itzá

R. Barquera, O. D. Castillo-chávez, et al.

Delve into the intriguing genetic legacy of the ancient Mayans with this study on 64 subadult individuals discovered in a mass burial near the Sacred Cenote at Chichén Itzá. This research highlights the role of monozygotic twins in Mayan culture, revealing striking genetic continuity with modern populations amidst adaptation to diseases brought by colonization. Conducted by a renowned team of authors including Rodrigo Barquera and Oana Del Castillo-Chávez.

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