Scientists Discover “Shocking” 18-Million-Year-Old Secret Hidden in Fossil Teeth

Protein remnants in fossil enamel reveal new ways to study evolution. These molecules stretch our view of molecular preservation far into the past. Proteins naturally break down over time, which makes it difficult to trace their origins and preserve their biological history. However, a recent study has revealed the presence of ancient proteins preserved in [...]

Jul 21, 2025 - 11:30
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Scientists Discover “Shocking” 18-Million-Year-Old Secret Hidden in Fossil Teeth
Researcher Holding a Fossilized Tooth SpecimenProtein remnants in fossil enamel reveal new ways to study evolution. These molecules stretch our view of molecular preservation far into the past. Proteins naturally break down over time, which makes it difficult to trace their origins and preserve their biological history. However, a recent study has revealed the presence of ancient proteins preserved in [...]

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