New technique for DNA testing of historic parchments (IMAGE)

North Carolina State University

New technique for DNA testing of historic parchments

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Researchers have demonstrated a nondestructive way to collect cellular material from historical parchment manuscripts, allowing them to conduct genetic analyses that offer new insights into everything from trade routes to agricultural practices dating back 1,300 years – without harming the valuable manuscripts.

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Nash Dunn, NC State University

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