From Traps to DNA: A Scientific Odyssey

This chapter follows the speaker's transformative journey from early setbacks in fur trapping to a burgeoning passion for scientific research, particularly in ancient DNA studies. It highlights their groundbreaking work in extracting and analyzing DNA from permafrost samples, challenging established theories and reshaping environmental DNA research. Through adventures in Greenland and critical technological breakthroughs, the chapter emphasizes the implications for understanding biodiversity and developing resilient agricultural strategies in the wake of global climate change.