Contamination is of utmost concern when working with ancient DNA as it easily leads to
false positive results. The best way to prevent or minimize contamination is to start …

Entering into the world of ancient DNA research is nontrivial. Because the DNA in most
ancient specimens is degraded to some extent, the potential for contamination of ancient …

Although the first ancient DNA molecules were extracted more than three decades ago, the
first ancient nuclear genomes could only be characterized after high-throughput sequencing …

This introductory chapter on sample preparation and analysis will give a brief overview of
the different types and origins of ancient DNA (aDNA) and the different states of …

The ability to use DNA evidence is revolutionizing our understanding of the past. This book
introduces archaeologists to the basics of DNA research so they can understand the powers …

Abstract High-Throughput DNA Sequencing (HTS) technologies have changed the way in
which we detect and assess DNA contamination in ancient DNA studies. Researchers use …

More than 2,000 samples of human osseous and dental materials drawn from forensic
archaeological casework of the Joint POW/MIA Accounting Command Central Identification …

Entering into the world of ancient DNA research is nontrivial. Because the DNA in most
ancient specimens is degraded to some extent, the potential is high for contamination of …

A principal problem facing human DNA studies that use old and degraded remains is
contamination from other sources of human DNA. In this study we have attempted to …

Preserved archeological and paleontological specimens contain genetic information that
has the power to elucidate the recent evolutionary history of humans, domesticates, and the …