The genome paper published by a self-owned journal claims to conclusively prove the existence of Bigfoots as extant hominins and direct maternal descendants of modern humans. This assertion is met with skepticism due to the lack of credible peer review and the unconventional publication method. The paper's findings are likened to sensational claims seen on the television series "Monster Quest," highlighting the dubious nature of the research. Overall, the scientific community largely dismisses the paper as lacking credibility.
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It's not often you come across a scientific paper which notes that the information it covers is like something "seen on the television series Monster Quest." And you rarely read a paper which concludes, "The data conclusively proves that the Sasquatch exist as an extant hominin and are a direct maternal descendant of modern humans." But today, we have such a paper—and there's nothing usual about it, including the journal where it appears.