Jesper Stenderup

1 month ago | nature.com | Thomaz Pinotti |Jesper Stenderup |Thorfinn Sand Korneliussen |Fabricio Carvalho |Martin Sikora |David Meltzer | +1 more

AbstractIndigenous groups often encounter significant challenges when asserting ancestral claims and cultural affiliations based on oral histories, particularly in the USA where such narratives have historically been undervalued. Although ancient DNA offers a tool to complement traditional knowledge and address gaps in oral history, longstanding disregard for Indigenous sovereignty and beliefs has understandably led many Indigenous communities to distrust DNA studies1,2,3,4.