New research examines thousands of years of Arctic sled dog ancestry and reveals when and how Siberian and Alaskan sled dogs' DNA mixed. New research co-led by Cornell University examines thousands of ...
The past three decades or so have produced a remarkable number of articles attempting to solve the mysteries surrounding the origins and nature of dogs, that polyglot horde of canines who share the ...
It gives new meaning to dog years. Various types of sled dogs have been used by humans across the Arctic for almost 10,000 years, but new research reveals one particular type to be the oldest ...
Talk about hands-on learning. The East Middle School students study ing the Arctic didn't just learn about sled dogs and racing Tuesday, they got to stand on a sled, hold mukluk boots and pet two ...
WOODBURY, Minn. -- When it's 50 below and you've been leading a team of sled dogs through the Arctic, the snack of choice is a stick of butter. Danish explorer Mille Porsild said she expects to eat a ...
Russell has a PhD in the history of medicine, violence, and colonialism. His research has explored topics including ethics, science governance, and medical involvement in violent contexts. Laura holds ...
When scientists want to trace how a species has changed over time—and predict its prospects for survival—they turn to DNA.
ITHACA, N.Y. – New research co-led by Cornell University examines thousands of years of Arctic sled dog ancestry and reveals when and how Siberian and Alaskan sled dogs’ DNA mixed. “There was a real ...