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Scientists tease DNA from eggshell of extinct birds

(PhysOrg.com) -- In a world first, scientists in Australia announced on Wednesday they had extracted DNA from the fossilised eggshells of extinct birds, including iconic giants such as the moa and elephant ...

Biology / Biotechnology

created Mar 09, 2010 | popularity 4.5 / 5 (14) | comments 5 | with audio podcast




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DigiMorph: Bringing fossils to life (w/ Video)

For hundreds of years, scientists who wanted to examine a rare fossil might have had to travel halfway around the world. And that is not the only challenge when viewing a small, unique or priceless specimen.

Physics / General Physics

created Feb 01, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (3) | comments 0


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