Paleogenomics
2 articles
Human Origins
Ethics in the Ancient Genome: How Researchers Navigate Consent, Remains and the Fight Over Open Data
Ancient DNA research faces unique ethical dilemmas concerning consent from ancestral remains, responsible handling of human tissues, and balancing open data principles with Indigenous Data Sovereignty. Researchers must navigate these complex issues through self-regulation and stakeholder engagement.
Dr. Elena Ortiz·November 5, 2026
Human Origins
It Wasn't a Love Story: What Neanderthal DNA Really Says About Ancient Encounters
Popular narratives frame human-Neanderthal interbreeding as a "love story," but genetic evidence points to a complex, asymmetrical pattern of mating, predominantly Neanderthal males with modern human females, leaving a functional legacy rather than a romantic merger.
Dr. Alistair Finch·July 7, 2026