Dr. Amy Junnila
2024-2025 – Adjunct Professor of Molecular Entomology, Universite de Sciences, Techniques et des Technologies, Bamako (USTTB), Mali
2006-2011 – Postdoctoral Fellowship (Tropical Medicine), Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel (HUJI)
2002-2006 – PhD. McGill University (Biology/Chemistry)
2000-2002 – MSc. Lakehead University (Biology)
1996-2000 – HBSc. Lakehead University (Molecular Anthropology)
With over two decades of experience in the field, I specialize in the analysis of ancient and degraded DNA. My research encompasses a diverse array of samples, including DNA extracted from ancient Bison bones, wildlife parasites, and the degraded DNA found in the gut of malaria-carrying Anopheles mosquitoes, particularly from Israel and Mali. My work aims to unlock the secrets hidden within these genetic fragments, providing valuable insights into the evolutionary history, biodiversity, and disease dynamics of the past and present. Through cutting-edge techniques and interdisciplinary collaboration, I strive to advance our understanding of genetic resilience and adaptation across time.