A new study published in Frontiers in Environmental Archaeology analyzes Theban tomb 209, revealing how ancient Egyptian burial practices shifted over centuries from individual coffins to the careful reuse of shared burial spaces.
Scientists have discovered that some microbes found on and inside Ötzi the Iceman, a 5,300-year-old mummy, may still be alive. A new study analyzed the mummy's DNA, identifying fungal species adapted to cold environments that likely colonized his body before he died and froze. The research suggests these microbes could remain active for thousands of years, offering insights into ancient human microbiomes and posing challenges for preserving organic remains.
England opener Danni Wyatt-Hodge scored a stunning 105 not out against Sri Lanka in the T20 World Cup opener, dedicating her century to her three-week-old daughter. The cricketer returned to the team just 10 days after giving birth.
Scientists from Eurac Research used yeast from the 5,300-year-old mummy Otzi the Iceman to bake sourdough bread, discovering cold-resistant yeast strains with potential industrial applications.
Scientists using advanced CT and 3D scanning technology have examined ancient Egyptian mummified remains dating from 401 to 259 BCE, revealing unprecedented internal details without unwrapping. The scans uncovered a foot with a missing big toe, bones showing signs of osteoporosis, and remains from multiple individuals of different ages. The research was conducted at a medical research centre linked with Semmelweis University.
