This is a fascinating study. And @marlabroadfoot.bsky.social covered it in a deep dive into 'biocodicology' for @nature.com in April! Check it out: www.nature.com/articles/d41...
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Scientists are exposing the biological information hidden in ancient parchments without leaving a mark.
Medieval Manuscripts Reveal Hidden Animal DNA Archive www.medievalists.net/2026/05/medi...
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Researchers have developed a nondestructive way to extract DNA from medieval parchment manuscripts, revealing new insights into livestock, trade networks, and manuscript production across 1,300 years.
