All articles tagged with #dna reconstruction
Scientists are close to reconstructing Leonardo da Vinci's DNA through a 30-year genealogical and genetic project, involving DNA analysis of living descendants and archaeological excavations in Vinci, Italy, which could reveal insights into his physical traits, health, and origins, and potentially authenticate his artworks and manuscripts.
Scientists have reconstructed the DNA of the extinct little bush moa, a flightless bird from New Zealand, revealing new details about the species and opening the possibility of de-extinction. The research, which involved sequencing ancient DNA from fossil bones, provided insights into the bird's population size, sensory capabilities, and sexual dimorphism. This breakthrough could pave the way for reviving other extinct species, though it must be approached with ethical and ecological considerations.