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Tomasz Suchan is a leading researcher in ancient DNA (aDNA) and conservation genomics, whose work bridges evolutionary biology and cutting-edge molecular techniques. His key contributions center on developing and optimizing hybridization-capture methods to unlock genetic data from degraded or environmental samples. In his highly cited 2021 study (21 citations), Suchan pioneered the use of RNA hyRAD probes for aDNA capture, dramatically improving the efficiency and automation of sequencing preselected genomic regions from ancient remains—a critical advance given that aDNA extracts are often overwhelmed by microbial or environmental contamination. This work has enabled researchers to target specific loci with unprecedented precision, reducing costs and expanding the scope of paleogenomic studies. Beyond methodological innovation, Suchan’s research impacts conservation genetics, population genomics, and the study of extinct species, providing tools to analyze historical DNA from museum specimens or permafrost-preserved organisms. His achievements include advancing reproducible workflows for aDNA analysis, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations, and training a new generation of scientists in ancient genomics. With a growing citation record, Suchan’s work is essential for anyone exploring the genetic past or applying genomic tools to biodiversity challenges.