Living organisms

New method finds signs of primordial life on Earth in ancient rocks

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New method finds signs of primordial life on Earth in ancient rocks

By Will Dunham WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Scientists have found some of the oldest signs of life on Earth using a new method that recognizes the chemical fingerprints of living organisms in ancient rocks, which also holds promise for the search for life beyond our planet. Researchers have found evidence of microbial life in about 3.3 … Read more

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