Scientists examined a fossilized plesiosaur’s soft tissue, revealing a unique mix of smooth and scaly skin. Smooth skin ...

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"Our results have far-reaching implications. Firstly, it refutes the hypothesis that any organics found in fossils must result from contamination." The well-preserved fossil that was once a dinosaur's ...

The sternum of FHSM VP-18702 is almost complete with the anterior portion relatively well preserved, mostly in three dimensions (Figure 2A ... advance in our ability to overcome the challenges imposed ...

This fossil, housed at the University of Liverpool, was exceptionally well-preserved, making it an ideal candidate for testing. Using mass spectrometry and protein sequencing, researchers found ...

The work could have implications for how aquatic species respond to our ... Discovery of 'Punk' and 'Emo' Fossils Challenges Our Understanding of Ancient Molluscs Jan. 8, 2025 — Researchers have ...

Now, scientists at the University of Liverpool have discovered that some Mesozoic fossils still preserve vestiges of their original organic compounds. The findings shed light on how proteins like ...

This groundbreaking find includes one fossil with almost all skeletal elements and soft-tissue outlines, providing an unprecedented glimpse into the shark’s anatomy and lifestyle. The well-preserved ...