Debate Over Migration Chronology in Sahul
Genetic models favored 'short chronology', while Indigenous evidence supported 'long chronology'.
Both migration routes required 100km open-water crossings: one via Philippines/Sulawesi, another through Sunda.
1,700-year-old Iron Age burial on Sulawesi shows movement was not one-way.
Findings support deep heritage for communities, as stated by Farr.
Researchers analyze hundreds of whole genomes and ancient DNA for migration models.
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