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Mitochondrial DNA analysis of ancient hair shafts from the Dakhleh Oasis, Egypt : challenges and recommendations
(2005)
To date, there have been no previous reports in the literature on DNA extraction or
analysis of ancient human hair. The hair shaft has an extraordinarily stable structure that
enables it to remain unchanged for centuries ...
Improving genetic profiling techniques for low copy number DNA / by Shana Hayter.
(2007)
The extraction of DNA from ancient samples presents many obstacles to the analyst. These samples are often subjected to many years of harsh environmental conditions and many forms of damage resulting in low copy number and ...