In the late fourth century, a group of warriors began encroaching upon the borders of the Roman Empire. They were the Huns, ...

A link between the Huns and Xiongnu was long suspected and now scientists say DNA evidence links the two empires across the ...

Ancient DNA traces the Huns' journey from Mongolia to Europe. But this wasn't straightforward.

Extensive genetic connections existed between the Mongolian steppe and Central Europe during the rule of the Huns. The Huns ...

The Huns suddenly appeared in Europe in the 370s, establishing one of the most influential although short-lived empires in ...

New DNA research reveals the diverse origins of the Huns, challenging long-held mystery and theories about their connection ...

The origin of the Huns in fourth-century Europe has long been debated, but centuries-old DNA has revealed their diverse ...

DNA analysis shows European Huns had genetic links to Central Asia, revealing a complex history of migration and mixing.

An innovative multidisciplinary and international research project has shed new light on the origin and diversity of the ...

Scholars have long debated whether the Huns were descended from the Xiongnu. In fact, the Xiongnu Empire dissolved around 100 CE, leaving a 300-year gap before the Huns appeared in Europe.

Archaeological excavation at the Shombuuziin Belchir Xiongnu cemetery, Mongolian Altai. The image may only be used in connection with reporting on the article/research by Juhyeon Lee et al. (2023).

Scholars have long debated whether the Huns were descended from the Xiongnu. In fact, the Xiongnu Empire dissolved around 100 CE, leaving a 300-year gap before the Huns appeared in Europe. Can DNA ...