Ancient DNA reveals a two-clanned matrilineal community in Neolithic China

Nature, Published online: 04 June 2025; doi:10.1038/s41586-025-09103-xAnalysis of ancient DNA, stable isotope data and archaeological evidence from the Fujia archaeological site in eastern China suggests it was populated by a matrilineal Neolithic community between 2750 and 2500 bc.

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Ancient DNA reveals a two-clanned matrilineal community in Neolithic China

Nature, Published online: 04 June 2025; doi:10.1038/s41586-025-09103-xAnalysis of ancient DNA, stable isotope data and archaeological evidence from the Fujia archaeological site in eastern China suggests it was populated by a matrilineal Neolithic community between 2750 and 2500 bc.