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Sheeppox research using parchment

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The hosts describe research that found traces of sheeppox virus in DNA preserved in medieval parchment.

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Sep 24, 2026

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Scientists have found evidence of an ancient sheep disease by analyzing DNA preserved in medieval parchment.
57:36
The analysis revealed traces of sheeppox virus
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parchment was made from animal hides and retains biological material