Hands of an anthropologist revealing human skull from dirt. Studying the genomes from fossilized dental plaque revealed information about evolution of the human microbiome.
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DNA extracted from fossilized tartar helped scientists reconstruct early humans' oral microbiota, shedding light on their health and habits.

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African, Arabian Mammals Didn’t Escape Grande Coupure Extinction

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