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Scientists Successfully Retrieve RNA from Extinct Animal

Originally Published 14 days ago — by Earth.com

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Scientists in Sweden successfully extracted and analyzed RNA from a 130-year-old preserved Tasmanian tiger (thylacine), marking a significant advancement in ancient DNA research by revealing gene activity, tissue-specific signals, and potential viral traces, thus providing deeper insights into extinct species' biology and gene regulation.

Scientists Successfully Recover Genetic Material from Extinct Species

Originally Published 14 days ago — by indiandefencereview.com

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Scientists have successfully extracted and sequenced RNA from a 130-year-old preserved Tasmanian tiger, marking the first time ancient RNA has been recovered from an extinct mammal. This breakthrough provides new insights into the species' gene activity, tissue function, and potential viral interactions, opening new avenues for studying ancient biology and evolution.