/environment/ en /environment/news/list/2024/03/28/exploring-ancient-dna-for-environmental-insights Ancient environmental DNA (aeDNA) has revolutionised the study of ancient environments and the evolution of living things. It helps researchers unlock secrets found in sediments, ice, and water and has transformed our understanding of past biodiversity across different timescales, from decades to thousands of years ago. The Environment Institute is privileged to support the training of highly specialised experts in these cutting-edge techniques. March 28 2024 Belinda Gosden /environment/news/list/2024/03/28/exploring-ancient-dna-for-environmental-insights