Peking Man's tooth proteins reveal genetic bridge to modern humans By Wang Qian | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2026-05-14 15:19

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202605/14/WS6a05778fa310d6866eb489ff.html For decades, the iconic Peking Man and his East Asian relatives have stood as silent witnesses to human evolution, their genetic secrets locked away inside precious, irreplaceable fossils. Now, a Chinese-led team has coaxed ancient proteins from their teeth without causing damage — uncovering a direct molecular thread linking these early humans to a mysterious cousin and even to people alive today.