Archeogenomics
The archaeogenomics research group consists of scientists from the Estonian Biocentre at the Institute of Genomics, University of Tartu. Their research focuses on studying the genetic diversity of modern humans and its evolutionary background, based on genome data from both contemporary and ancient individuals, viewed from general and regional perspectives.
The daily work in archaeogenomics involves extracting biomolecules from archaeological material and soil samples in the ancient DNA laboratory, as well as conducting population genetic analyses of hereditary material. To understand human demographic history, migrations, and the spread and impact of epidemics, genome data is interpreted in the context of both natural and human-made environments, aiming to explore the interactions and co-evolution of biological and cultural development.
Within the framework of the Centre of Excellence, our task is to coordinate collaboration between disciplines engaged in research on the past.
Kristiina Tambets
+3727375054
kristiina.tambets@ut.eeMembers of the research group
Toomas Kivisild, University of Tartu
Richard Villems, University of Tartu
Monika Karmin, University of Tartu
Siiri Rootsi, University of Tartu
Anne-Mai Ilumäe, University of Tartu
Lehti Saag, University of Tartu
Alena Kushniarevich, University of Tartu
Marcel Keller, University of Tartu
Helja Kabral, University of Tartu
Kadri Irdt, University of Tartu
Stefania Sasso, University of Tartu
Erkin Alaçamli, University of Tartu
Biancamaria Bonucci, University of Tartu
