Results of Ancient DNA Research Dead Sea Scrolls

Scientists question the accuracy of ancient DNA taken from archaeological sites since it is contaminated by decay and elements like bacteria. But researchers recently decided to test the skins on which some Dead Sea Scrolls are written to try to identify their source of origin. The results may help to piece together their mystery.

 

One of the samples resulted in a match for cattle hide. Cattle remains have been found in archaeological sites at Jericho and Gezer. Josephus wrote that the re...