Viral fossils reveal how our ancestors may have eliminated an ancient infection

Thursday, April 13, 2017 - 15:51 in Paleontology & Archaeology

Some viruses can insert their genetic material into the genome of their host, creating a genetic fossil record. Researchers have uncovered how our ancestors may have wiped out one such virus around 11 million years ago. More »

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