Pontus Skoglund has been elected to the prestigious membership of the European Molecular Biology Organisation (EMBO), an honour that recognises outstanding achievements in the life sciences.
He is among 71 scientists from 23 countries chosen this year, joining a global community of more than 2,200 researchers whose work is shaping the future of biology.
Head of the Crick’s Ancient DNA Lab, Pontus has helped to redefine how scientists understand human evolution, disease, and migration, using ancient DNA to uncover the movements and interactions of populations over tens of thousands of years. His work brings together genomics, archaeology and anthropology to build a richer picture of our shared past.
“I’m honoured to be elected to the EMBO membership,” says Pontus. “This kind of recognition reflects the collaborative nature of what we do, combining different fields and expertise, as well as the exceptional team at the Crick and our wide network of collaborators.”
“Ancient DNA is still an evolving field and constantly revealing new layers of human history and biological evolution. I’m looking forward to continuing to build on that with colleagues across disciplines.”
“I’m delighted to see Pontus elected to the EMBO membership,” says Edith Heard, Director and CEO of the Crick. “His work exemplifies how international collaboration drives discovery, by bringing together ideas, expertise and different perspectives.”
Welcoming the new cohort, EMBO Director Fiona Watt said: “It is a pleasure to welcome the new EMBO Members and Associate Members. Their election celebrates their achievements and creativity. By contributing their unique perspectives and experiences, they will greatly strengthen the network of leading life scientists who are shaping the field.”
