Marcel Keller
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About
Marcel Keller is a leading figure in ancient DNA (aDNA) research, with a focus on developing and optimizing molecular capture techniques to unlock the genetic secrets of the past. His key contributions center on hybridization-capture methods, which allow scientists to selectively sequence specific genomic regions from highly degraded aDNA samples—a critical advance given that such extracts are often overwhelmed by environmental contaminants. In his highly cited 2021 work on RNA hyRAD probes, Keller demonstrated how this automation can dramatically improve the efficiency and specificity of aDNA sequencing, enabling researchers to target thousands of loci simultaneously with minimal starting material. This work has garnered 21 citations and is widely recognized for its practical impact on paleogenomics. Beyond this, Keller’s broader research integrates computational and wet-lab innovations to push the boundaries of what can be recovered from ancient remains, making him a key contributor to the field’s methodological evolution. His achievements highlight a career dedicated to making aDNA analysis more accessible, reproducible, and powerful for studying human history, evolution, and migration.
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- 1Performance and automation of ancient DNA capture with RNA hyRAD probes21 citations · 2021