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title: The Scientific Observer Issue 22
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# The Scientific Observer Issue 22

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Kicking off the new year, we embark on an investigative journey into the world of “predatory conferences”, named after the more well-known sister industry of "predatory publishing”.

This month’s feature article discusses how DNA sequencing can uncover the impact of colonialism and oppression on Native populations, focusing on the need for inclusion and representation in ancient DNA research.

All this and much more in issue 22 of *The Scientific Observer*.

Featured in issue 22 of *The Scientific Observer*:

- Babies, Parenthood and the Brain: What Do We know?
- A Journey Into Predatory Science
- Leveling the Field in Ancient DNA Research
- And much more!

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