Maanasa Raghavan

Distinct trajectories of urbanization shape the human gut microbiome across South Asia

The paper analyzes the gut microbiome of South Asian communities to show that urbanization impacts microbiomes differently across communities, with geography and culture playing a stronger role than lifestyle.

Range-wide phylogeography, population genomics, and demography of three widespread Ara macaws (Psittacidae)

This study uses genomic data to analyze the evolutionary history and demographic processes of three Ara macaw species, identifying genetic structure and adaptation signals across different biomes.

Ancient human genomes from Ladakh reveal Tibetan, South Asian, and Central Asian admixture over the last three millennia

The genomic and cultural diversity of the Inka Qhapaq hucha ceremony in Chile and Argentina

This study analyzes ancient genomes from Inka ritual sites to assess genetic diversity and population dynamics in the Andes.

Distinct positions of genetic and oral histories: Perspectives from India

The paper compares genetic and oral histories of four Indian populations, finding genetic similarity to other Indian groups but no evidence of additional non-local genetic sources.