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jan 1, 9740 BC - Tibetans evolve for high altitudes

Description:

Tibetans evolved variations of the EGLN1 and EPAS1 genes starting around 30,000 years ago
Also evolved larger lungs over time
Both adaptations allowed them to avoid getting high altitude sickness

Added to timeline:

Date:

jan 1, 9740 BC
Now
~ 11773 years ago