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The braincase shows modern features typical of Homo sapiens. The researchers found the mandible had distinct Neanderthal characteristics. The jaw was also more Neanderthal-like, with a lack of chin.

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These were compared to CT scans of other Homo specimens, including "classic" Homo neanderthalensis and a late Pleistocene Homo sapiens specimen.