title: Going for the old: ancient DNA draws a crowd.
abstract: Approximately 170 researchers interested in reconstructing the past convened for the 2nd International Conference on Ancient DNA, held in Washington, D.C., from 7 to 9 October. While rejuvenated celluloid dinosaurs have grabbed headlines this year, these scientists were more concerned with topics such as tracing ancient human populations and understanding how DNA can survive the millennia.
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Fischman
mesh_terms: D000818:Animals; D004247:DNA / Q000266:history*; D049690:History, Ancient; D006801:Humans; D010163:Paleontology
chemical_list: D004247:DNA