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Sep 2026
Ancient DNA preservation in the Caribbean
Ancient DNA (aDNA) analysis has transformed how we study human migration, species dispersals and environmental change, but poor preservation remains a major challenge. This is especially true in tropical settings, where hot and humid conditions accelerate DNA decay. Because aDNA work is destructive, knowing how long...
Jazmín Ramos-Madrigal, Miren Iraeta-Orbegozo, Kathrin Nägele et al.
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