Ancient Egyptian DNA, Cheddar Man and Wolves as Pets – More Questions of Science

Professor Brian Cox takes a deeper dive into the science of ancient DNA, with two returning experts answering more of your questions. How accurate is ancient DNA when it comes to understanding our past? Why was diversity in DNA vital for the survival of early humans? Do we really share 60% of our genetic code with bananas? #ancientdna #ancienthistory #archaeology *Panellists* • Pontus Skoglund – Group Leader, Ancient Genomics Lab, Francis Crick Institute • Tom Booth – Associate Lecturer, UCL Institute of Archaeology and Senior Research Scientist, Ancient Genomics Lab, Francis Crick Institute *More Questions of Science* More Questions of Science gives you extra episodes that continue the conversations started in A Question of Science. A Question of Science is a groundbreaking series of panel discussions where experts from different fields respond to your questions, sharing the scientific perspective on society’s most pressing questions. A Question of Science is BBC Studios production for the Francis Crick Institute. *The Francis Crick Institute* The Francis Crick Institute is one of the biggest research institutes in Europe. We’re an independent lab and registered charity, and home to more than 1,500 scientists working to understand health, disease and how life works. © BBC Studios / Francis Crick Institute 2026