This course will describe the concepts and methodologies involved in the phylochronological analysis of ancient DNA (aDNA) recovered from archaeological specimens, with emphasis on animal populations.
Archaeogenetics is an interdisciplinary and emerging field of research that makes use of state-of-the-art molecular biology methods.
A global perspective on aDNA challenges and methodologies will be provided. Students will be guided through the process of archaeogenetics research: from zooarchaeological sampling to data analysis and its evolutionary interpretation.
In this course well-known researchers will share their expertise and present
seminars focused on their case studies.
Aims:
- To understand concepts and methods employed in aDNA research
- To be aware of the enormous potential of aDNA research for a comprehensive understanding of evolutionary trajectories of animal species
- To recognize the challenges involved in aDNA analysis (e.g. contamination, degradation, authentication and high-throughput data analysis)
- To provide the opportunity to discuss scientific questions together with experienced researchers in this field
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