https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/scientists-recovered-22-000-year-old-human-dna-from-cave-dirtContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/scientists-recovered-22-000-year-old-human-dna-from-cave-dirthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/scientists-recovered-22-000-year-old-human-dna-from-cave-dirt#u173332Wed, 04 Nov 2026 07:17:00 +0000Scientists have successfully extracted and decoded 22,000-year-old human DNA from sediment samples in Spain's El Mirón Cave. The genetic material was recovered without the need for bones or teeth, showcasing advancements in DNA testing. This discovery provides insights into ancient human populations and their connections.Why it mattersThis breakthrough in DNA extraction has significant implications for archaeology and the study of human history. The ability to recover ancient DNA from cave dirt opens up new avenues for research into prehistoric human populations. Previous studies have sho