Re: Native Europeans

To my post about Neanderthal genetic distance to Homo sapiens Gerry
wrote

> John, from what I understand, mtDNA studies are still suspect.
> Besides, they only contribute to a portion of the picture (actually
> through the female lineage). The evidence is still out so I
> wouldn't at this time stake my academic career on mtDNA.

Gerry, the genetic distance between us and Neanderthalers is not
based upon mtDNA but other parts of the human Genome. A number of
different genes were used. I can see if I can locate it for you if
you want.

Regards

John