Science Daily·3 min read·medium
The Neanderthal “love story” isn’t what the DNA actually shows
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This article critiques media outlets for sensationalizing a scientific study about Neanderthal and Sapiens DNA as a 'love story.' The author clarifies that the study only suggests statistical models for genetic transmission patterns, not evidence of prehistoric romantic attraction.
Going by the headlines, the matter seems to be settled. El Pa s announces that Neanderthal men "chose" Sapiens women . Science journal speaks of a "partner preference." National Geographic is already imagining the "Romeos" of prehistory . The Telegraph suggests that Neanderthals "had designs on" Sapiens women .
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