DNA DISCOVERY CENTER

Analyzing DNA is the key to unlocking clues about the relationships between different species. By studying an organism’s DNA, Field Museum scientists can determine how it mates, where it migrates, and how it is related to other organisms in its population. The data can also be used to help conservation efforts that preserve the species’ habitat.

Take a look at a few photos that illustrate how DNA analysis has revealed new information about the life, ancestry, relationships, and habitat conservation of various plant and animal species.

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