Remains of astronomer Copernicus identified

Sunday, November 23, 2008 - 18:56 in Paleontology & Archaeology

Researchers matched DNA of skeletal remains found in a cathedral in Poland with hairs retrieved from one of Copernicus' books. Researchers said Thursday they have identified the remains of Nicolaus Copernicus by comparing DNA from a skeleton found in a church to hairs retrieved from one of the 16th century astronomer's books.

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