Haunting biology: Science and indigeneity in Australia.

The main focus of the article is a review of Emma Kowal's 2023 book, *Haunting Biology: Science and Indigeneity in Australia*, which examines the historical and contemporary intersections of Western biological studies and Indigenous Australian genomics. The book critiques the legacy of scientific racism and explores how Indigenous communities are reclaiming control over genomic research, while also addressing the ethical complexities and historical hauntings associated with biological studies of Indigenous peoples. The reviews by scholars David Trigger, Lynette Russell, and Warwick Anderson highlight the book's engaging narratives and its significance in understanding Indigenous biological difference in the 21st century, emphasizing the need for a reflective approach to research that acknowledges past injustices. Kowal's response underscores the importance of storytelling in navigating these complex histories and fostering Indigenous self-determination in scientific discourse. [Extracted from the article]