The University of Georgia’s Department of Anthropology celebrates PhD student Sarieh Amiribeirami for her role as a co-author on a groundbreaking study recently published in Science. Ancient genomics and the origin, dispersal, and development of domestic sheep explores the ancient genetic history of domesticated sheep, tracing significant migrations and selective breeding patterns from the Neolithic to medieval periods. By analyzing ancient DNA, the research reveals how steppe migrations reshaped European sheep populations and highlights early genetic selection for traits like coat color, horn shape, and wool production. Sarieh’s contribution to this research highlights the department’s strength in interdisciplinary scholarship, bridging archaeology, genetics, and human-animal interactions. Congratulations to Sarieh on this incredible achievement!
