!!Eske Willerslev - Biography
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Eske Willerslev is a world-leading evolutionary geneticist and pioneer in ancient DNA research. Born in Denmark, he is currently the Prince Philip Chair in Ecology and Evolution at the University of Cambridge and Director of the Lundbeck Foundation GeoGenetics Centre at the University of Copenhagen. Willerslev’s work has redefined our understanding of human history, migration patterns, and interactions with the environment, using groundbreaking genomic techniques to analyze ancient DNA.\\
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His research spans diverse fields, including evolutionary biology, archaeology, anthropology, and environmental science. Willerslev was the first to recover and sequence ancient environmental DNA, revealing past ecosystems and climate changes. He has uncovered major insights into the peopling of the Americas, the migration of early humans across Eurasia, and the genetic history of indigenous populations worldwide. His studies integrate science with societal impact, working closely with indigenous communities to ensure ethical practices and mutual benefits in his research.\\
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Willerslev has authored over 250 peer-reviewed articles, including landmark papers in Nature, Science, and Cell, with an H-index exceeding 100. He has received numerous prestigious awards, such as the Balzan Prize for Evolution of Humankind: Ancient DNA and Human Evolution, the Albert Einstein World Award of Science, and membership in the Royal Danish Academy of Sciences and Letters as well as the National Academy of Sciences, USA. His public outreach includes acclaimed books, documentaries, and lectures that bring cutting-edge science to diverse audiences.\\
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Beyond academia, Willerslev’s interdisciplinary and collaborative approach has transformed the use of ancient DNA in studying environmental and cultural histories, bridging the gap between science and society. His unique ability to combine scientific rigor, innovation, and ethical considerations places him among the most influential researchers of our time.\\ \\[{ALLOW view All}][{ALLOW edit ewillerslev}][{ALLOW upload ewillerslev}][{ALLOW comment All}]