For the first time, ancient human DNA has been recovered from a cave wall in Portugal.

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Who

archaeologists

What

For the first time, ancient human DNA has been recovered from a cave wall in Portugal.

When

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 02:00:00 GMT · 2h 55m ago

Where

Portugal ·

Why

Archaeologists typically recover ancient DNA from bones or cave sediment.

The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

This discovery expands the methods available for recovering ancient DNA, potentially allowing for new insights into prehistoric human populations.

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