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The secret hidden in these ancient manuscripts isn’t written in ink
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Scientists have developed a non-destructive method to extract genetic material from historical parchment manuscripts. This breakthrough allows researchers to study the evolution of livestock and historical trade patterns without damaging rare artifacts.
Scientists have developed a way to recover cellular material from historic parchment manuscripts without damaging the documents. The technique makes it possible to analyze genetic information preserved in parchment and could reveal new details about trade, farming, and other aspects of life stretching back roughly 1,300 years.
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