How fossilized dental plaque reveals the history of human disease
In short: Archaeological geneticist Christina Warinner demonstrates how the microbial DNA trapped in ancient dental plaque provides a window into the evolution of diseases from early hominids to the modern era.
By studying the microscopic remnants left in fossilized dental plaque, researchers can track the progression of human illnesses across millennia. This method allows scientists to observe the history of pathogens and their impact on human health throughout history.
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