Myanmar In Focus Transnational Institute
Phylogenetic analyses of 44 entire mtDNA genomes uncovered eight new haplogroups and 3 unclassified basal M-lineages. The multi-ethnic population and the complex history of Myanmar were reflected in its mtDNA heterogeneity. Population genetic analyses of Burmese handle area sequences combined with population information from neighboring nations revealed that the Myanmar haplogroup distribution showed a standard Southeast Asian pattern, but also Northeast Asian and Indian influences. The population structure of the extraordinarily diverse Bamar differed from that of the Karen folks, who displayed signs of genetic isolation. Migration analyses indicated a considerable genetic exchange with an general constructive migration balance from...