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The brain shape like a Neanderthal is not possessed by any human, however, shape hints are also there. The shape of the brain of some people with European ancestry is influenced by Neanderthal DNA acquired through interbreeding tens of thousands of years ago, researchers reported in Current Biology. These DNA variants may affect the expression of two genes in a way to make the brains of some humans slightly less round, and more like the Neanderthals’ elongated brains. The Neanderthal DNA variants change gene expression in brain regions involved in planning, coordination and movements learning. These faculties are used in speech and language, however, no indication is ...