Phys.org·4 min read·hard
Shroud of Turin DNA sheds light on its biological history
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University of Central Lancashire
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Researchers have used advanced metagenomic sequencing on the Shroud of Turin to analyze biological traces preserved in its fibers. The study identified a diverse range of DNA from humans, plants, and animals, providing insight into the artifact's environmental history rather than its authenticity.
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