Eske Willerslev

Eske Willerslev is a Fellow at the University of Cambridge, School of the Biological Sciences. His research focuses on understanding processes forming contemporary human disease load, human genetic diversity and distribution. His work spans Ancient DNA, Ecology, Evolution, and Population genetics. He is also associated with the Centre of Excellence in GeoGenetics, University of Copenhagen, Denmark. His research areas include Genomics, High-performance computing, and Modeling. He is a Prince Philip Professor of Ecology & Evolution, Department of Genetics.

Eske Willerslev is a leading researcher in evolution, genomics, and population genetics, with a focus on ancient DNA and environmental DNA. His work explores the genetic diversity of species across time and space, utilizing advanced genomic techniques to reconstruct evolutionary histories. Willerslev's research includes the analysis of ancient DNA from fossils and sediments, shedding light on the genetic makeup of extinct species and human populations. He has also contributed to the development of environmental DNA (eDNA) methods for biodiversity monitoring, emphasizing the role of DNA metabarcoding in ecological studies. His studies span from the phylogeography of wild boar to the genetic evolution of birds and marine species, offering critical insights into species adaptation and conservation.