Luka Papac

Exploring the Evolution of the Cariogenic Oral Pathobiont Streptococcus mutans Using Ancient DNA

This study uses ancient DNA to analyze the evolution of Streptococcus mutans over 8,000 years, showing that some virulence traits emerged with agricultural diets.

Evolutionary history and recurrent host adaptation in ancient Salmonella enterica

This study reconstructs the evolutionary history of ancient Salmonella enterica using 53 new genomes, revealing host adaptation events and convergent evolution in pathogenic lineages.

The Genetic History of the South Caucasus from the Bronze to the Early Middle Ages: 5000 years of genetic continuity despite high mobility

This study analyzes ancient DNA from the South Caucasus over 5000 years, showing genetic continuity despite high mobility and admixture from Anatolia, the steppe, and southern populations.

Using Y-chromosome capture enrichment to resolve haplogroup H2 shows new evidence for a two-Path Neolithic expansion to Western Europe

This study introduces a Y-chromosome capture assay (YMCA) to improve NRY coverage and haplogroup resolution, revealing new evidence for a two-path Neolithic expansion to Western Europe.