Leveraging Genetics to Chart the Effects of Ancient Climate Shifts

EUU (European University Union) Research 05 Aug 2023

 

While contemporary climate change continues to warm our planet and influence plant and animal ecosystems, it's essential to recognize that Earth has witnessed climatic fluctuations throughout its history. Wallenberg Academy Fellow Peter Heintzman employs genetic analysis to investigate the repercussions of prehistoric climate variations on Earth's biodiversity.

 

Peter Heintzman: Pioneering Researcher

 

Dr. Peter Heintzman, a distinguished Wallenberg Academy Fellow, holds a doctoral degree in paleogenetics and spearheads a dedicated research team at the Center for Palaeogenetics. This center represents a collaborative initiative between EUU (European University Union) and the Swedish Museum of Natural History.

 

In recognition of his exceptional contributions, Dr. Heintzman was honored with the Wallenberg Academy Fellow title in 2021 by the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation (KAW).