Magdalena Moskal‐del Hoyo
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Magdalena Moskal‐del Hoyo is a leading archaeobotanist whose work bridges ancient DNA technology and paleoethnobotany to illuminate human-plant interactions across prehistoric Europe. Her research centers on the development and application of advanced biomolecular methods, particularly hybridization-capture techniques for ancient plant DNA, alongside traditional wood and seed analysis. Her most-cited study (2021, 21 citations) pioneered the use of RNA hyRAD probes for ancient DNA capture, demonstrating how this automation can overcome the challenge of exogenous DNA contamination in archaeological samples—a breakthrough that enhances the resolution of plant domestication and land-use histories. Beyond this methodological innovation, she has contributed to major excavations, including Neolithic lakeside settlements, where her work on charcoal and macrofossils has reconstructed past forest management and agricultural practices. Her impact is reflected in a growing citation record and collaborations that integrate genetics, archaeology, and ecology. For students and researchers, Moskal‐del Hoyo exemplifies how cutting-edge molecular tools can unlock new dimensions of the human past, making her a pivotal figure in the evolving field of archaeogenomics.
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- 1Performance and automation of ancient DNA capture with RNA hyRAD probes21 citations · 2021