Urgent.News

What's breaking now, across thousands of outlets.

Science

Ancient DNA explains cyclopia in 1,600-year-old infant found in Peru

In southern Peru, archaeologists uncovered the remains of two infants buried together, one exhibiting cyclopia. Genetic analysis confirmed that the infant with cyclopia had trisomy 13, a chromosomal condition. Their burial in a single ceramic vessel reveals insights into ancient funerary practices. Researchers highlighted that the infant's condition did not result in unusual treatment in life or…

Ancient DNA explains cyclopia in 1,600-year-old infant found in Peru

We haven't written up this one. Times of India has the full story — the link below goes straight to it.

Read the original at timesofindia.indiatimes.com →

More in Science

More from Saturday 14 November →