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New DNA analysis adds to the case against the Shroud of Turin as authentic first-century evidence
A new preprint finds a highly mixed DNA record on the Shroud of Turin, complicating attempts to use genetics to pin down the relic’s age or origin.
Key Takeaways
- A new preprint found a highly diverse mix of human, animal, and plant DNA on the shroud.
- Researchers say that contamination complicates attempts to identify an original DNA signature.
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DT Editorial Team··via gizmodo.com