DNA preservation

Ancient proteins found up to 24 million years of fossil

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Ancient proteins found up to 24 million years of fossil

Provided by Will Dunham Washington (Reuters) -The scientists have made progress in the search for ancient DNA fossils in recent years, gaining insight into long -lived organisms. However, the oldest DNA, which has been received so far, has been dated for about two million years. Protein, a cellular molecular machine, also offers valuable information and … Read more

The ancient Egyptian man’s genome reveals his society’s intercultural relationships

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The ancient Egyptian man’s genome reveals his society’s intercultural relationships

Provided by Will Dunham (Reuters) -DNA, derived from a man who lived in ancient Egypt, remains at the time the first pyramids were built, the links between two major cultures of the period were presented, and one fifth of his genetic ancestors were traced to mesopotamia. Although the conclusions, based on one genome, offer a … Read more